LEWIS APTER M.D.
NPI 1649215369
Ophthalmology in St Petersburg, FL

Q: What is Lewis Apter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lewis Apter is 1649215369. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2006.

Q: What is Lewis Apter's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lewis Apter was last updated on April 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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 June 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6133 CENTRAL AVE, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33710(727) 344-2806(727) 588-2447 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 2, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Lewis Apter M.d. NPPES

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

LEWIS APTER M.D. (NPI 1649215369) is an individual ophthalmology provider in St Petersburg, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0015616) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1968).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649215369

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameLEWIS APTERCredential: M.D.

Location Address6133 CENTRAL AVESt Petersburg, FL 33710-8529

Mailing AddressPo Box 2410Largo, FL 33779-2410 · (727) 581-8706 · Fax (727) 588-2447

Phone(727) 344-2806

Fax(727) 588-2447

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1968

Enumeration DateJune 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 2, 2014

✔ NPI 1649215369 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME0015616

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.

6133 CENTRAL AVE, St Petersburg, FL 33710

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPIND56295FL

Medicare PIN52861ZFL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Lewis Apter M.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 ID840383329

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070830000051

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 3

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.

172 services126 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.

30 services23 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).

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33710 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

ST PETERSBURG AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC

Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)

6133 CENTRAL AVE
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33710

Pinellas County (727) 581-8706

ST. PETERSBURG OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER, LLC

Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)

6133 CENTRAL AVE
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33710

Pinellas County (727) 581-8706

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 Lewis Apter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lewis Apter is 1649215369. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2006.

Where is Lewis Apter located?

Lewis Apter practices at 6133 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33710. The listed phone number is (727) 344-2806.

What is Lewis Apter's specialty?

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

Is Lewis Apter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lewis Apter 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 Lewis Apter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 1 other insurer list Lewis Apter 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 Lewis Apter was last updated on April 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.