DR. WALTER J CUKROWSKI MD
NPI 1720078587
Ophthalmology in Southfield, MI

Active since October 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 100, SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034(248) 352-2806(248) 352-9590 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 20, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Walter J Cukrowski Md NPPES

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

DR. WALTER J CUKROWSKI MD (NPI 1720078587) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Southfield, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301061442) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Straith Hospital For Special Surgery, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720078587
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER J CUKROWSKICredential: MD
Location Address29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 100Southfield, MI 48034-1332
Mailing Address29877 Telegraph Rd, Suite 100Southfield, MI 48034-1332 · (248) 352-2806 · Fax (248) 352-9590
Fax(248) 352-9590
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 20, 2024
NPPES CertifiedAugust 20, 2024
NPI 1720078587 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in MI · 4301061442
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.
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, Southfield, MI 48034

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1701 S Ballenger HwyFlint, MI 48532-3804 · Phone (810) 238-3603 · Fax (810) 767-5194
Location 24337 Maple StDearborn, MI 48126-3535 · Phone (248) 474-4191
Location 336300 Schoolcraft RdLivonia, MI 48150-1219 · Phone (248) 352-2806

Other Identifiers 1

Other5587790001MI · National Goverment Services

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. Walter J Cukrowski Md 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 ID1355363698
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051229000528
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 12

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 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.
370 services249 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.
211 services159 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.
179 services177 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.
176 services172 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.
173 services171 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).
153 services151 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Straith Hospital For Special Surgery

Acute Care Hospitals · Southfield, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230071
Location23901 LahserSouthfield, MI 48033 · Oakland County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48034 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
$134.28 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.57 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.38 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $18.09 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
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.

85.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost42.4

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%140 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Specialist
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, STE 200
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Counselor
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 401
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Plastic Surgery
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 107
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 302
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Obstetrics & Gynecology
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, 304
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Counselor
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 401
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 400
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034
Internal Medicine
29877 TELEGRAPH RD, SUITE 401
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034

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 Walter Cukrowski's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Cukrowski is 1720078587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2005.

Where is Walter Cukrowski located?

Walter Cukrowski practices at 29877 Telegraph Rd Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48034. The listed phone number is (248) 352-2806.

What is Walter Cukrowski's specialty?

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

Is Walter Cukrowski enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Cukrowski 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 Walter Cukrowski accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 7 other insurers list Walter Cukrowski 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 Walter Cukrowski affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Cukrowski is affiliated with Straith Hospital For Special Surgery.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Cukrowski was last updated on August 20, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.