DR. HEATHER N GULLICKSON-COWDEN OD
NPI 1619944543
Optometrist in Menomonie, WI

Q: What is Heather Gullickson-cowden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Gullickson-cowden is 1619944543. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Heather N Cowden Od.

Q: What is Heather Gullickson-cowden's specialty?

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

Active since February 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled

2409 STOUT RD, MENOMONIE, WI 54751(715) 231-3937 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 11, 2020, May 28, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Heather N Gullickson-cowden Od NPPES

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

DR. HEATHER N GULLICKSON-COWDEN OD (NPI 1619944543) is an individual optometrist in Menomonie, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (3015-035) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Eau Claire.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619944543

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. HEATHER N GULLICKSON-COWDENCredential: OD

Location Address2409 STOUT RDMenomonie, WI 54751-2757

Mailing AddressPo Box 1510Eau Claire, WI 54702-1510 · (715) 838-5222

Phone(715) 231-3937

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateFebruary 28, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 11, 2020

✔ NPI 1619944543 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 3015-035✔ Licensed in ND · 545✔ Licensed in MN · 2581

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.

2409 STOUT RD, Menomonie, WI 54751

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Heather N Cowden Od

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1733 W Clairemont AveEau Claire, WI 54701-6101 · Phone (715) 838-5222

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Heather N Gullickson-cowden Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Heather Gullickson-cowden reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mayo Clinic Health System-Northwest Wisconsin Region, Inc.

0.1 mi

Multi-Specialty

2321 STOUT RD
Menomonie, WI 54751

Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
Also billed through NPI 1154372944 (Wisconsin)
1,248 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1235666967 (715) 235-5531

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 7

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 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.

357 services353 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).

89 services88 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

79 services79 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.

77 services62 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.

58 services56 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

53 services44 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54751 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

$123.69 typical visit price

range $53.90 – $163.24

Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.37 typical visit price

range $17.40 – $133.76

Typical copayment $16.84 (range $4.35 – $33.44)

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 2

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

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM-NORTHWEST WISCONSIN REGION, INC.

Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies

2409 STOUT RD
MENOMONIE, WI 54751

Dunn County (715) 235-5531

RONALD HESSLER MD

Ophthalmology

2409 STOUT RD
MENOMONIE, WI 54751

Dunn County (715) 231-3937

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 Heather Gullickson-cowden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Gullickson-cowden is 1619944543. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Heather N Cowden Od.

Where is Heather Gullickson-cowden located?

Heather Gullickson-cowden practices at 2409 Stout Rd, Menomonie, WI 54751. The listed phone number is (715) 231-3937.

What is Heather Gullickson-cowden's specialty?

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

Is Heather Gullickson-cowden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Gullickson-cowden is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Heather Gullickson-cowden's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Gullickson-cowden reassigns Medicare benefits to Mayo Clinic Health System-Northwest Wisconsin Region, Inc. (Menomonie, WI). 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 Heather Gullickson-cowden's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Gullickson-cowden was last updated on September 11, 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.