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DR. RICHARD JOSEPH BECK OD
NPI 1811906597
Optometrist in So Lake Tahoe, CA

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, SUITE 2, SO LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150(530) 541-2030(530) 541-3947 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Joseph Beck Od NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD JOSEPH BECK OD (NPI 1811906597) is an individual optometrist in So Lake Tahoe, California, licensed in California (4685T) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811906597
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD JOSEPH BECKCredential: OD
Location Address2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, SUITE 2So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Mailing Address2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 2So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 · (530) 541-2030 · Fax (530) 541-3947
Phone(530) 541-2030
Fax(530) 541-3947
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1811906597 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 CA · 4685T
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.
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherZZZ75623ZMedicare Group Provider#
Other410015213CA · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Providence Health Plan.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Richard Joseph Beck Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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.
125 services125 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.
109 services109 patients
Exam of visual field with limited testing 92081
An exam of the visual field with limited testing is a quick check of your peripheral vision. It involves identifying objects or movements at the edge of your sight, helping to detect any vision loss that isn't obvious, such as blind spots or areas of reduced vision.
80 services80 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96150 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
$137.20 typical visit price
range $60.44 – $180.85
Typical copayment $34.30 (range $15.11 – $45.21)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.03 typical visit price
range $19.88 – $148.15
Typical copayment $18.75 (range $4.97 – $37.03)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
96%24 patients4/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

DR. MICHAEL PHILLIP DOYLE MEDICAL DOCTOR
Pediatrics
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, STE 9
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 541-6100
TAHOE FAMILY HEARING CLINIC, PC
Audiologist
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 318-4010
JENELLE HELENE EZCURRA SANDY AUD
Audiologist
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 318-4010
DR. ROSS W. GROELZ DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, SUITE #4
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 541-4640
LAKE TAHOE EYE CARE OPTOMETRY INC
Optometrist
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, SUITE 2
SO LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 541-2030
MS. CELESTE MARIE ECKERMAN DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
2074 LAKE TAHOE BLVD, SUITE 4
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150
El Dorado County (530) 541-4640

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 Richard Beck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Beck is 1811906597. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Richard Beck located?

Richard Beck practices at 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd Suite 2, So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. The listed phone number is (530) 541-2030.

What is Richard Beck's specialty?

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

Is Richard Beck enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Beck is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Richard Beck accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Richard Beck 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 Richard Beck was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.