DR. ROBERT LAWRENCE TYCHSEN MD
NPI 1568489094
Ophthalmology in Saint Louis, MO

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 CHILDRENS PL, STE 3110, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110(314) 454-6026(866) 936-4559 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 20, 2024, Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Robert Lawrence Tychsen Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ROBERT LAWRENCE TYCHSEN MD (NPI 1568489094) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R5J00) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568489094
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT LAWRENCE TYCHSENCredential: MD
Location Address1 CHILDRENS PL, STE 3110Saint Louis, MO 63110-1002
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (314) 454-6026 · Fax (866) 936-4559
Fax(866) 936-4559
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20257 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2022
NPI 1568489094 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in MO · R5J00
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

1 CHILDRENS PL, Saint Louis, MO 63110

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid202703609MO

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Robert Lawrence Tychsen Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8820130651
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100116000266
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
49 services31 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Town And Country, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260108
Location3015 N Ballas RdTown And Country, MO 63131 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Louis Childrens Hospital

Childrens · Saint Louis, MO
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number263301
LocationOne Childrens PlaceSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63110 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Pediatrics
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Pharmacist
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Pharmacist
1 CHILDRENS PL, ST LOUIS CHILDREN OUT PATIENT PHARMACY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Pharmacist
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Anesthesiology
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Ophthalmology
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
1 CHILDRENS PL, SUITE 5S30
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Anesthesiology
1 CHILDRENS PL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Robert Tychsen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Tychsen is 1568489094. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is Robert Tychsen located?

Robert Tychsen practices at 1 Childrens Pl Ste 3110, Saint Louis, MO 63110. The listed phone number is (314) 454-6026.

What is Robert Tychsen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Robert Tychsen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Tychsen is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Robert Tychsen accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans and Medica list Robert Tychsen as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Robert Tychsen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Tychsen is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center and St Louis Childrens Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Tychsen was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.