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HOLLY ALYCE RICHARDS O.D.
NPI 1831117977
Optometrist in Austin, TX

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
714 CONGRESS AVE STE 100, AUSTIN, TX 78701(512) 477-9000(512) 477-9105 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 3, 2023, Dec 2, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Holly Alyce Richards O.d. NPPES

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

HOLLY ALYCE RICHARDS O.D. (NPI 1831117977) is an individual optometrist in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (6943TG) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831117977
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameHOLLY ALYCE RICHARDSCredential: O.D.
Location Address714 CONGRESS AVE STE 100Austin, TX 78701-3428
Mailing Address8614 Westwood Center Dr Fl 9Vienna, VA 22182-2442 · (703) 847-8899 · Fax (571) 223-6780
Phone(512) 477-9000
Fax(512) 477-9105
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 3, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 3, 2023
✔ NPI 1831117977 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 · 6943TG
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.
714 CONGRESS AVE STE 100, Austin, TX 78701
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Holly Alyce Matthys O.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Other82293QTX · Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider Number

Accepted Insurance

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

Holly Alyce Richards 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 ID3072519867
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070126000592
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 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.
22 services22 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78701 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.

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.

MED SOUTHWEST, PLLC
Optometrist
714 CONGRESS AVE STE 100
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 477-9000
STARS IN YOUR EYES OPTOMETRY
Optometrist
714 CONGRESS AVE STE 100
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 477-9000

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 Holly Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Holly Richards is 1831117977. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006. The provider is also known as Holly Alyce Matthys O.D..

Where is Holly Richards located?

Holly Richards practices at 714 Congress Ave Ste 100, Austin, TX 78701. The listed phone number is (512) 477-9000.

What is Holly Richards's specialty?

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

Is Holly Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Holly Richards 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 Holly Richards accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Holly Richards 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 Holly Richards was last updated on November 3, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.