DR. WILLIAM J WELDER OD
NPI 1629097332
Optometrist in Wahpeton, ND

Active since July 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
315 11TH ST N, SUITE A, WAHPETON, ND 58075(701) 642-4090(701) 642-9424 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 16, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. William J Welder Od NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM J WELDER OD (NPI 1629097332) is an individual optometrist in Wahpeton, North Dakota, licensed in North Dakota (ND0534) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629097332
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM J WELDERCredential: OD
Location Address315 11TH ST N, SUITE AWahpeton, ND 58075-4101
Mailing Address315 11th St N, Suite AWahpeton, ND 58075-4101 · (701) 642-4090 · Fax (701) 642-9424
Fax(701) 642-9424
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 16, 2008
NPI 1629097332 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 ND · ND0534
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.
315 11TH ST N, Wahpeton, ND 58075

Other Identifiers 11

Medicare UPINU56508ND
Other2202014MN · Medica
Medicaid60480ND
Medicare PINN25386ND
Medicaid545318600MN
Other624891032463ND · Preferred One
Medicare NSC5567660001ND
Other25386ND · Bcbs Nd
Other4C633WEMN · Bcbs
Other545318600MN · Minnesota Medical Assistance
OtherP002074083ND · Railroad Medicare

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. William J Welder Od 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 ID5395798433
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050309000218
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 11

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.
225 services224 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.
90 services72 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
74 services57 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
60 services58 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).
40 services30 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
39 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58075 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
$127.45 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.48 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%33 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$61.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Optometrist
315 11TH ST N, SUITE A
WAHPETON, ND 58075
Optometrist
315 11TH ST N, SUITE A
WAHPETON, ND 58075

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 William Welder's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Welder is 1629097332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2006.

Where is William Welder located?

William Welder practices at 315 11th St N Suite A, Wahpeton, ND 58075. The listed phone number is (701) 642-4090.

What is William Welder's specialty?

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

Is William Welder enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Welder 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 William Welder accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list William Welder 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 William Welder was last updated on June 16, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.