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HOWARD S NACHMAN O.D.
NPI 1710011770
Optometrist in Ellicott City, MD

Active since March 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042(410) 461-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Howard S Nachman O.d. NPPES

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

HOWARD S NACHMAN O.D. (NPI 1710011770) is an individual optometrist in Ellicott City, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (TA1061) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of State University Of New York - State College Optometry (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710011770
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameHOWARD S NACHMANCredential: O.D.
Location Address10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKEEllicott City, MD 21042-3501
Mailing Address7018 Wallis AveBaltimore, MD 21215-1711 · (410) 358-5671
Phone(410) 461-2020
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSState University Of New York - State College OptometryGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 2011
✔ NPI 1710011770 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 MD · TA1061
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.
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, Ellicott City, MD 21042
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINU46565MD

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming.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

Howard S Nachman O.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 ID6406883917
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090327000008, I20100504000724
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 8

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.

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.
1,068 services866 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
800 services729 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.
769 services650 patients
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.
549 services549 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.
455 services455 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
109 services106 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21042 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
$139.05 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $34.76 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.47 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $18.86 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

ACCUVISION ELLICOTT CITY INC
Preferred Provider Organization
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, SUITE F100
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Howard County (410) 461-2020
LESLIE TOLL OD
Optometrist
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, SUITE F100
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Howard County (410) 461-2020
DR. LILA ANNE GOODWIN O. D.
Optometrist
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Howard County (410) 461-2020
MICHAEL L. SCHWARTZ OD
Optometrist
10050 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, SUITE F 100
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Howard County (410) 461-2020

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 Howard Nachman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Howard Nachman is 1710011770. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2007.

Where is Howard Nachman located?

Howard Nachman practices at 10050 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. The listed phone number is (410) 461-2020.

What is Howard Nachman's specialty?

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

Is Howard Nachman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Howard Nachman 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 Howard Nachman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list Howard Nachman 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 Howard Nachman was last updated on January 4, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.