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DR. MARTIN D. ARKIN O.D.
NPI 1740212315
Optometrist in Norwalk, CT

Active since July 06, 2006PECOS Enrolled
148 EAST AVE, SUITE 3C, NORWALK, CT 06851(203) 866-3280(203) 866-1124 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Martin D. Arkin O.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARTIN D. ARKIN O.D. (NPI 1740212315) is an individual optometrist in Norwalk, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (796) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740212315
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARTIN D. ARKINCredential: O.D.
Location Address148 EAST AVE, SUITE 3CNorwalk, CT 06851-5721
Mailing Address148 East Ave, Suite 3cNorwalk, CT 06851-5721 · (203) 866-3280 · Fax (203) 866-1124
Phone(203) 866-3280
Fax(203) 866-1124
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1740212315 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 CT · 796
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.
148 EAST AVE, Norwalk, CT 06851
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPIN090000796CT01CT
Medicare UPIN796000CT
Medicare UPINP386638CT
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedT22353CT
Medicare UPIN20930CT

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Martin D. Arkin O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1951583319
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110308000018
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Martin Arkin reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Norwalk Vision Center LLC
Same address
Optometrist
148 EAST AVE STE 3C
Norwalk, CT 06851
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730788688 (203) 866-3280

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

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.
51 services50 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.
50 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06851 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

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.

HEATHER I FRIMMER MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
148 EAST AVE
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 852-9913
MARTIN D. ARKIN, P.C.
Optometrist
148 EAST AVE
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 866-3280
DR. ALAN H RICHMAN MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
148 EAST AVE
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 852-2715
RONALD P LEE MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
148 EAST AVE
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 852-9913
EAST AVENUE PEDIATRICS PC
Pediatrics
148 EAST AVE, SUITE 1L
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 854-6993
CARLA ANN REYNOLDS APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
148 EAST AVE
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 538-5682
DR. GARY A LETTS M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
148 EAST AVE, STE 2D
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 832-3737
FAIRFIELD COUNTY COLOPROCTOLOGY GROUP, LLC
Colon & Rectal Surgery
148 EAST AVE, SUITE 3B
NORWALK, CT 06851
Western Connecticut Planning Region (203) 853-1705

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 Martin Arkin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Martin Arkin is 1740212315. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is Martin Arkin located?

Martin Arkin practices at 148 East Ave Suite 3C, Norwalk, CT 06851. The listed phone number is (203) 866-3280.

What is Martin Arkin's specialty?

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

Is Martin Arkin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Martin Arkin is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Martin Arkin's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Martin Arkin reassigns Medicare benefits to Norwalk Vision Center LLC (Norwalk, CT). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Martin Arkin's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Martin Arkin accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Providence Health Plan list Martin Arkin 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 Martin Arkin was last updated on July 9, 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.