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DR. KENT LEE BAALMAN O.D.
NPI 1720185366
Optometrist in Wichita, KS

Active since September 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE A, WICHITA, KS 67212(316) 722-6452(316) 722-6001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Kent Lee Baalman O.d. NPPES

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

DR. KENT LEE BAALMAN O.D. (NPI 1720185366) is an individual optometrist in Wichita, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (1293) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720185366
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KENT LEE BAALMANCredential: O.D.
Location Address982 N TYLER RD, SUITE AWichita, KS 67212-3271
Mailing Address982 N Tyler Rd, Suite AWichita, KS 67212-3271 · (316) 722-6452 · Fax (316) 722-6001
Phone(316) 722-6452
Fax(316) 722-6001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateSeptember 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1720185366 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 KS · 1293
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.
982 N TYLER RD, Wichita, KS 67212
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINT91838KS
Other032713001KS · Dmerc
Other410018919KS · Railroad Medicare
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified22451KS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.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

Dr. Kent Lee Baalman 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 ID4284672650
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050418000910
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 10

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.
181 services153 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.
99 services81 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.
96 services92 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).
59 services50 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.
51 services34 patients
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function 92273
This procedure checks the health of your eyes, specifically the retina and optic nerve. These parts help in visual interpretation. The test involves non-invasive techniques to measure your eye's response to light and assess its functioning.
40 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 67212 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
$122.41 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $30.60 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.40 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $16.60 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier11 claims20 services$49.96 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 7

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

JENNIFER BILLINGSLEY
Social Worker
982 N TYLER RD
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 721-8118
MR. NICHOLAS J MILLIGAN LMSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE B
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 721-8118
BAALMAN & ASSOCIATES EYE CARE CENTER LLC
Optometrist
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE A
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 772-6452
RESOLUTIONS INDIVIDUAL, COUPLE AND FAMILY THERAPY LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE B
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 721-8118
BETHANY L BEAL LMSW
Social Worker
982 N TYLER RD, STE B
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 721-8118
SABRINA M HOOKS LCMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE B
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 721-8118
RONALD M. JACKSON, O.D. CHARTERED
Optometrist
982 N TYLER RD, SUITE A
WICHITA, KS 67212
Sedgwick County (316) 722-6452

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 Kent Baalman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kent Baalman is 1720185366. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 17, 2006.

Where is Kent Baalman located?

Kent Baalman practices at 982 N Tyler Rd Suite A, Wichita, KS 67212. The listed phone number is (316) 722-6452.

What is Kent Baalman's specialty?

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

Is Kent Baalman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kent Baalman 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 Kent Baalman accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Kent Baalman 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 Kent Baalman was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.