DESSIE ATHENS O.D.
NPI 1598853103
Optometrist in Palo Alto, CA

Q: What is Dessie Athens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dessie Athens is 1598853103. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 10, 2006.

Q: What is Dessie Athens's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dessie Athens was last updated on June 12, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since October 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

795 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO, CA 94301(650) 321-4121 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 12, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Dessie Athens O.d. NPPES

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

DESSIE ATHENS O.D. (NPI 1598853103) is an individual optometrist in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (OPT8660T) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598853103

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDESSIE ATHENSCredential: O.D.

Location Address795 EL CAMINO REALPalo Alto, CA 94301-2302

Mailing Address325 Distel CirLos Altos, CA 94022-1408 · (650) 853-6086

Phone(650) 321-4121

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1987

Enumeration DateOctober 10, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 12, 2020

NPPES CertifiedJune 12, 2020

✔ NPI 1598853103 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · OPT8660T

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.

795 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dessie Athens 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 ID7416018601

PECOS Enrollment IDI20081205000646

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 Dessie Athens reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Sutter Bay Medical Foundation

Same address

Multi-Specialty

795 EL CAMINO REAL
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
4,479 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1013950807 (650) 321-4121

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 5

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

172 services172 patients

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.

58 services50 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).

44 services44 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

42 services42 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.

29 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94301 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

$156.67 typical visit price

range $70.37 – $206.04

Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$86.56 typical visit price

range $23.96 – $169.60

Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)

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.

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