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DR. JOSEPH SIMON SAAVEDRA OD
NPI 1811563612
Optometrist in Austin, TX

Active since June 02, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2901 S CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE F7, AUSTIN, TX 78746(512) 306-8949(866) 244-0539 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 25, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 25, 2022, Aug 3, 2021, Jun 18, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Joseph Simon Saavedra Od NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH SIMON SAAVEDRA OD (NPI 1811563612) is an individual optometrist in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (10309T) and active in the NPI registry since June 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811563612
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH SIMON SAAVEDRACredential: OD
Location Address2901 S CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE F7Austin, TX 78746-8118
Mailing Address2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy Ste F7Austin, TX 78746-8118 · (512) 306-8949 · Fax (866) 244-0539
Phone(512) 306-8949
Fax(866) 244-0539
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateJune 2, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 25, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 25, 2022
✔ NPI 1811563612 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 TX · 10309T
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.
2901 S CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY STE F7, Austin, TX 78746
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph Simon Saavedra 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 ID4385047059
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210720000549
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Saavedra reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Barton Creek Eyecare PLLC
Same address
Optometrist
2901 S CAPITAL OF TEXAS HWY, SUITE F-7
Austin, TX 78746
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1225412133 (512) 306-8949
Galleria Eyecare PLLC
7.9 mi
Optometrist
12921 HILL COUNTRY BLVD, STED2-115
Bee Cave, TX 78738
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285019919 (512) 263-1023

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.

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.
28 services28 patients
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.
21 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78746 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.95 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $17.98 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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.

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 Saavedra's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Saavedra is 1811563612. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2021.

Where is Joseph Saavedra located?

Joseph Saavedra practices at 2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy Ste F7, Austin, TX 78746. The listed phone number is (512) 306-8949.

What is Joseph Saavedra's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Saavedra enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Saavedra 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Saavedra's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Saavedra reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Barton Creek Eyecare PLLC (Austin, TX) and Galleria Eyecare PLLC (Bee Cave, TX). Each 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 Joseph Saavedra's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Saavedra accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Joseph Saavedra 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 Saavedra was last updated on October 25, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.