DR. MARVIN CHARLES SCHLECTE III M.D.
NPI 1679791982
Ophthalmology in Waco, TX

Active since April 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
2400 AMBASSADOR DR, WACO, TX 76712(254) 756-4457(254) 756-1718 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 13, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 13, 2024, Jul 20, 2022, Jul 27, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Marvin Charles Schlecte Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARVIN CHARLES SCHLECTE III M.D. (NPI 1679791982) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Waco, Texas, licensed in Texas (M6380) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Providence, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679791982
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARVIN CHARLES SCHLECTE IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address2400 AMBASSADOR DRWaco, TX 76712-9702
Mailing Address2400 Ambassador DrWaco, TX 76712-9702 · (254) 756-4457 · Fax (254) 756-1718
Fax(254) 756-1718
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateApril 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 13, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 13, 2024
NPI 1679791982 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · M6380
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 ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License M6380 (TX)
2400 AMBASSADOR DR, Waco, TX 76712

Other Identifiers 2

Other00876RTX · Group Medicare Number
Medicaid161488501TX

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. Marvin Charles Schlecte Iii 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 ID5294821930
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071011000194
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.
705 services642 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.
357 services227 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).
295 services289 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.
213 services184 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.
136 services135 patients
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519
An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.
107 services54 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ascension Providence

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450042
Location6901 Medical ParkwayWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76712 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

83.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.86

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$55.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier13 claims22 services$48.19 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 9

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

Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Specialist
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712
Ophthalmology
2400 AMBASSADOR DR
WACO, TX 76712

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 Marvin Schlecte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Marvin Schlecte is 1679791982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 23, 2007.

Where is Marvin Schlecte located?

Marvin Schlecte practices at 2400 Ambassador Dr, Waco, TX 76712. The listed phone number is (254) 756-4457.

What is Marvin Schlecte's specialty?

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

Is Marvin Schlecte enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Marvin Schlecte 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 Marvin Schlecte accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan list Marvin Schlecte 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.

Is Marvin Schlecte affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Marvin Schlecte is affiliated with Ascension Providence.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Marvin Schlecte was last updated on June 13, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.