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DR. JOSEPH MICHAEL THALLEMER O.D.
NPI 1578595336
Optometrist in Warsaw, IN

Active since July 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT, WARSAW, IN 46582(574) 269-3828(574) 269-3848 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Michael Thallemer O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH MICHAEL THALLEMER O.D. (NPI 1578595336) is an individual optometrist in Warsaw, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (18001892A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Missouri St Louis - School Of Optometry (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578595336
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH MICHAEL THALLEMERCredential: O.D.
Location Address3301 E CENTER STREET EXTWarsaw, IN 46582-3909
Mailing Address3301 E Center Street ExtWarsaw, IN 46582-3909 · (574) 269-3828 · Fax (574) 269-3848
Phone(574) 269-3828
Fax(574) 269-3848
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri St Louis - School Of OptometryGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 2009
✔ NPI 1578595336 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 18001892A
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
Also ListedOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementTaxonomy 152WC0802X · License 18001892A (IN)
Also ListedOptometrist · Low Vision RehabilitationTaxonomy 152WL0500X · License 18001892A (IN)
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT, Warsaw, IN 46582
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified190840AIN
Medicaid100157080AIN
Medicare UPINT34829IN
Medicare NSC5020720001IN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph Michael Thallemer O.d. 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 ID7810962776
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040902000007
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Thallemer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mitchell Reinholt, Od, LLC
0.1 mi
Optometrist
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
Warsaw, IN 46582
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952936973 (574) 269-3828

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
62 services30 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
27 services27 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
23 services20 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
13 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46582 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

JOSEPH M. THALLEMER, O.D., P.C.
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
WARSAW, IN 46582
Kosciusko County (574) 269-3828
JOSEPH M. THALLEMER, O.D., P.C.
Optometrist
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
WARSAW, IN 46582
Kosciusko County (574) 269-3828
MITCHELL SCOTT REINHOLT OD
Optometrist
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
WARSAW, IN 46582
Kosciusko County (574) 269-3828
MITCHELL REINHOLT, OD, LLC
Optometrist
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
WARSAW, IN 46582
Kosciusko County (574) 269-3828
DR. RACHEL L JOHNSON O.D.
Optometrist
3301 E CENTER STREET EXT
WARSAW, IN 46582
Kosciusko County (574) 269-3828

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 Joseph Thallemer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Thallemer is 1578595336. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is Joseph Thallemer located?

Joseph Thallemer practices at 3301 E Center Street Ext, Warsaw, IN 46582. The listed phone number is (574) 269-3828.

What is Joseph Thallemer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Joseph Thallemer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Thallemer 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joseph Thallemer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Thallemer reassigns Medicare benefits to Mitchell Reinholt, Od, LLC (Warsaw, IN). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Thallemer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Thallemer accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Joseph Thallemer 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Thallemer was last updated on October 15, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.