BRIAN PATRICK VAHJEN M.D.
NPI 1649398579
Ophthalmology in Greenwood, SC

Q: What is Brian Vahjen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Vahjen is 1649398579. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2007.

Q: What is Brian Vahjen'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 Brian Vahjen was last updated on January 28, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since March 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

96.08/100

CMS Quality Rating

665 WEST ALEXANDER ROAD, GREENWOOD, SC 29646(803) 434-7920(803) 434-6263 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 28, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Brian Patrick Vahjen M.d. NPPES

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

BRIAN PATRICK VAHJEN M.D. (NPI 1649398579) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Greenwood, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (LL 29061) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Self Regional Healthcare, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649398579

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameBRIAN PATRICK VAHJENCredential: M.D.

Location Address665 WEST ALEXANDER ROADGreenwood, SC 29646

Mailing AddressPo Box 369Greenwood, SC 29648-0369 · (864) 227-2020 · Fax (864) 227-2823

Phone(803) 434-7920

Fax(803) 434-6263

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 28, 2013

✔ NPI 1649398579 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · LL 29061

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.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License LL 29061 (SC)

665 WEST ALEXANDER ROAD, Greenwood, SC 29646

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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

Brian Patrick Vahjen 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 ID3274665435

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100723000261

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 13

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.

1,342 services1,290 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.

531 services393 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.

407 services301 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).

265 services262 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.

241 services122 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.

209 services197 patients

Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136

This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.

201 services129 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.

156 services156 patients

Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178

Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.

148 services16 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.

86 services84 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

74 services17 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

38 services31 patients

Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness 76514

An ultrasound scan of the cornea is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to measure the thickness of your cornea. This helps in diagnosing certain eye conditions and planning treatments. No discomfort or pain is typically experienced.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Self Regional Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenwood, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420071

Location1325 Spring StreetGreenwood, SC 29646 · Greenwood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29646 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

$124.04 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.12 typical visit price

range $16.96 – $133.52

Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)

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.

96.08/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

92.17

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$57.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

1 supplier12 claims20 services$52.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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

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