MRS. KAREN LISA ZAR OD
NPI 1780786780
Optometrist in Waltham, MA

Active since September 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184, WALTHAM, MA 02451(781) 890-1023(781) 890-2507 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mrs. Karen Lisa Zar Od NPPES

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

MRS. KAREN LISA ZAR OD (NPI 1780786780) is an individual optometrist in Waltham, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (4505) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780786780
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. KAREN LISA ZARCredential: OD
Location Address1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184Waltham, MA 02451-7333
Mailing Address1601 Trapelo Rd, Suite 184Waltham, MA 02451-7333 · (781) 890-1023 · Fax (781) 890-2507
Fax(781) 890-2507
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2011
NPI 1780786780 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 MA · 4505
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.
1601 TRAPELO RD, Waltham, MA 02451

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0705586MA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW17606MA
Medicare UPINV07044

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

Mrs. Karen Lisa Zar Od 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 ID3870510639
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051031000916
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 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.

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.
30 services30 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
25 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02451 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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 8

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

Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Specialist
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Preventive Medicine (Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine)
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 176
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Ophthalmology
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WATHAM, MA 02451
Specialist
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Ophthalmology
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Pharmacist
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 205
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Ophthalmology
1601 TRAPELO RD, SUITE 184
WALTHAM, MA 02451

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 Karen Zar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Zar is 1780786780. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2006.

Where is Karen Zar located?

Karen Zar practices at 1601 Trapelo Rd Suite 184, Waltham, MA 02451. The listed phone number is (781) 890-1023.

What is Karen Zar's specialty?

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

Is Karen Zar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Zar 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 Karen Zar accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Karen Zar 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 Karen Zar was last updated on November 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.