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ALISON B KUESTER O.D.
NPI 1811182280
Optometrist in Albion, NE

Active since September 10, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
313 W CHURCH ST, ALBION, NE 68620(402) 395-2082(402) 741-3400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Alison B Kuester O.d. NPPES

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

ALISON B KUESTER O.D. (NPI 1811182280) is an individual optometrist in Albion, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (NE1331) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio State University - College Of Optometry (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811182280
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameALISON B KUESTERCredential: O.D.
Location Address313 W CHURCH STAlbion, NE 68620-1224
Mailing AddressPo Box 389Albion, NE 68620-0389 · (402) 395-2082 · Fax (402) 741-3400
Phone(402) 395-2082
Fax(402) 741-3400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateSeptember 10, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 7, 2026
NPPES CertifiedAugust 7, 2026
✔ NPI 1811182280 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 NE · NE1331
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.
313 W CHURCH ST, Albion, NE 68620
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Alison B Palmer O.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid10025553500NE

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health and more.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

Alison B Kuester 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 ID5799857090
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100727000472
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 13

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.
446 services427 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.
189 services168 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.
147 services100 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.
106 services74 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).
103 services101 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
93 services52 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68620 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
$121.35 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $30.33 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.00 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
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.

93.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality86.55
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
99%119 patients5/55-star benchmark: 87%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
99%171 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
52%27 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
98%2,568 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
98%44 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%767 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
2 suppliers33 claims33 services$54.30 avg. paid by Medicare
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 supplier30 claims51 services$51.02 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 2

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

PALMER EYE CARE PC
Optometrist
313 W CHURCH ST
ALBION, NE 68620
Boone County (402) 395-2082
MARK A PALMER O.D.
Optometrist
313 W CHURCH ST
ALBION, NE 68620
Boone County (402) 395-2627

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 Alison Kuester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alison Kuester is 1811182280. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 10, 2007. The provider is also known as Alison B Palmer O.D..

Where is Alison Kuester located?

Alison Kuester practices at 313 W Church St, Albion, NE 68620. The listed phone number is (402) 395-2082.

What is Alison Kuester's specialty?

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

Is Alison Kuester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alison Kuester 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 Alison Kuester accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 5 other insurers list Alison Kuester 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 Alison Kuester was last updated on August 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 days 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.