RUTH M MATTERN MD
NPI 1790719227
Ophthalmology in Buffalo, NY

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
1176 MAIN ST, ROSS EYE INSTITUTE, BUFFALO, NY 14209(716) 881-7900(716) 881-4349 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Ruth M Mattern Md NPPES

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

RUTH M MATTERN MD (NPI 1790719227) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (182871) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790719227
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameRUTH M MATTERNCredential: MD
Location Address1176 MAIN ST, ROSS EYE INSTITUTEBuffalo, NY 14209-2102
Mailing Address1176 Main St, Ross Eye InstituteBuffalo, NY 14209-2102 · (716) 881-7900 · Fax (716) 881-4349
Fax(716) 881-4349
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 2012
NPI 1790719227 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses Licensed in NY · 182871 Licensed in AZ · 32988
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.
1176 MAIN ST, Buffalo, NY 14209

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8EZ96M
Medicare UPINF50541
Medicaid418378AZ

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

Ruth M Mattern 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 ID42336026
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120509000259
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 4

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
53 services25 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.
47 services39 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
21 services19 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
19 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Erie County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330219
Location462 Grider StreetBuffalo, NY 14215 · Erie County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14209 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

85.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality94.77
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities40
Cost42.82

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Ophthalmology
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Technician/Technologist (Ophthalmic)
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Eyewear Supplier
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Ophthalmology
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209
Ophthalmology (Glaucoma Specialist)
1176 MAIN ST
BUFFALO, NY 14209

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 Ruth Mattern's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Mattern is 1790719227. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Ruth Mattern located?

Ruth Mattern practices at 1176 Main St Ross Eye Institute, Buffalo, NY 14209. The listed phone number is (716) 881-7900.

What is Ruth Mattern's specialty?

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

Is Ruth Mattern enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Mattern 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 Ruth Mattern accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Ruth Mattern 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 Ruth Mattern affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruth Mattern is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Mattern was last updated on June 1, 2012. 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.