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DR. LAURA G ZAKNOUN OD
NPI 1679617625
Optometrist in Michigan City, IN

Active since February 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2701 FRANKLIN ST, MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360(219) 873-2977(219) 873-2953 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 14, 2020, Mar 15, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Laura G Zaknoun Od NPPES

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

DR. LAURA G ZAKNOUN OD (NPI 1679617625) is an individual optometrist in Michigan City, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (18003009A) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679617625
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAURA G ZAKNOUNCredential: OD
Location Address2701 FRANKLIN STMichigan City, IN 46360-6137
Mailing Address2701 Franklin StMichigan City, IN 46360-6137 · (219) 873-2977 · Fax (219) 873-2953
Phone(219) 873-2977
Fax(219) 873-2953
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateFebruary 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 21, 2025
✔ NPI 1679617625 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 IN · 18003009A
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.
2701 FRANKLIN ST, Michigan City, IN 46360
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid201134810IN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Laura G Zaknoun 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 ID8820031982
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131011001662
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Laura Zaknoun reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Dunes Optical, LLC
Same address
Optometrist
2701 FRANKLIN ST
Michigan City, IN 46360
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740825223 (219) 873-2977
Evans Eye Care Inc
88 mi
Optometrist
1221 S CREASY LN STE A
Lafayette, IN 47905
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 40 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992784599 (765) 447-4951

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.
107 services106 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.
61 services61 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.
30 services30 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.
30 services27 patients
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.
28 services27 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).
27 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46360 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

DR. JULIE A DABKOWSKI OD
Optometrist
2701 FRANKLIN ST
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360
Laporte County (219) 873-2977
DUNES OPTICAL, LLC
Optometrist
2701 FRANKLIN ST
MICHIGAN CITY, IN 46360
Laporte County (219) 873-2977

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 Laura Zaknoun's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Zaknoun is 1679617625. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 15, 2007.

Where is Laura Zaknoun located?

Laura Zaknoun practices at 2701 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN 46360. The listed phone number is (219) 873-2977.

What is Laura Zaknoun's specialty?

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

Is Laura Zaknoun enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Zaknoun 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Laura Zaknoun's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laura Zaknoun reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Dunes Optical, LLC (Michigan City, IN) and Evans Eye Care Inc (Lafayette, IN). Each 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 Laura Zaknoun's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laura Zaknoun accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 7 other insurers list Laura Zaknoun 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 Laura Zaknoun was last updated on October 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months 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.