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DR. JOSEPH E STESKA OD
NPI 1811128291
Optometrist in Saint Louis, MO

Active since August 03, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108(314) 362-3937(314) 362-3725 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Nov 15, 2021 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Joseph E Steska Od NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH E STESKA OD (NPI 1811128291) is an individual optometrist in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2009021105) and active in the NPI registry since August 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811128291
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH E STESKACredential: OD
Location Address4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FLSaint Louis, MO 63108-1495
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (314) 362-3937 · Fax (314) 362-3725
Phone(314) 362-3937
Fax(314) 362-3725
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20257 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1811128291 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 MO · 2009021105
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.
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, Saint Louis, MO 63108
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid310004653MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cox HealthPlans.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. Joseph E Steska 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 ID6103015904
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110110000614
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 7

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 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.
202 services185 patients
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.
75 services54 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.
69 services66 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.
68 services58 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.
59 services55 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 services54 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63108 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

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.

DR. ERIN LEIGH DYER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
DR. NICHOLE GALLEGOS ZEHNDER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
MRS. NANCY J CIBULKA WHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, STE 341
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 454-7882
DR. MARCIA J MCCABE PSYD
Psychologist
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT PSYCHIATRY, STE 441
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 286-1700
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JING-WEI HUANG MD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JILLIAN MEI-LING LIU MD PHD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. DAVID L EISENBERG MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV OBGYN FAMILY PLANNING, STE 710
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-4211

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 Joseph Steska's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Steska is 1811128291. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2009.

Where is Joseph Steska located?

Joseph Steska practices at 4901 Forest Park Ave Dept Ophthalmology, 6th Fl, Saint Louis, MO 63108. The listed phone number is (314) 362-3937.

What is Joseph Steska's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Steska enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Steska 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 Joseph Steska accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list Joseph Steska 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 Joseph Steska was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.