DR. CHARLES W TORNATORE O.D.
NPI 1710098363
Optometrist in San Diego, CA

Q: What is Charles Tornatore's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Tornatore is 1710098363. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Q: What is Charles Tornatore's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Tornatore was last updated on June 27, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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 August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

73.62/100

CMS Quality Rating

16950 VIA TAZON, SAN DIEGO, CA 92127(858) 673-2301(858) 521-2335 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Charles W Tornatore O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES W TORNATORE O.D. (NPI 1710098363) is an individual optometrist in San Diego, California, licensed in California (OPT9108) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710098363

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES W TORNATORECredential: O.D.

Location Address16950 VIA TAZONSan Diego, CA 92127-1607

Mailing Address16950 Via TazonSan Diego, CA 92127-1607 · (858) 673-2301 · Fax (858) 521-2335

Phone(858) 673-2301

Fax(858) 521-2335

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 2013

✔ NPI 1710098363 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 CA · OPT9108

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.

16950 VIA TAZON, San Diego, CA 92127

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedWOP9108BCA

MedicaidSD0091080CA

Medicare UPINU29606CA

Accepted Insurance

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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. Charles W Tornatore 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 ID2769674316

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101014000384

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 9

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.

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.

118 services105 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.

57 services56 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.

54 services50 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.

34 services32 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.

29 services29 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.

29 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92127 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

$140.22 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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.

73.62/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.56

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.69

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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