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DR. AMY ARLENE PUERTO O.D.
NPI 1881070498
Optometrist in Denham Springs, LA

Active since August 05, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
222 VETERANS BLVD, DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726(225) 791-2020(225) 791-2077 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Amy Arlene Puerto O.d. NPPES

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

DR. AMY ARLENE PUERTO O.D. (NPI 1881070498) is an individual optometrist in Denham Springs, Louisiana, licensed in Kentucky (1993DT) and active in the NPI registry since August 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881070498
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AMY ARLENE PUERTOCredential: O.D.
Location Address222 VETERANS BLVDDenham Springs, LA 70726-4724
Mailing Address222 Veterans BlvdDenham Springs, LA 70726-4724 · (225) 791-2020 · Fax (225) 791-2077
Phone(225) 791-2020
Fax(225) 791-2077
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2015
✔ NPI 1881070498 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 KY · 1993DT
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.
222 VETERANS BLVD, Denham Springs, LA 70726
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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

Dr. Amy Arlene Puerto 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 ID6002125432
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151026000482
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.

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.
81 services64 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
50 services23 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.
28 services28 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).
14 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70726 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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 4

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

DR. CATHERINE JOHNSON O.D.
Optometrist
222 VETERANS BLVD
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
Livingston Parish (225) 791-2020
SARAH F WROTEN O.D.
Optometrist
222 VETERANS BLVD
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
Livingston Parish (225) 791-2020
THOMAS CLANCY HIDALGO O.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
222 VETERANS BLVD
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
Livingston Parish (225) 791-2020
ADAM M PADDOCK OD
Optometrist
222 VETERANS BLVD
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
Livingston Parish (225) 791-2020

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 Amy Puerto's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amy Puerto is 1881070498. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2015.

Where is Amy Puerto located?

Amy Puerto practices at 222 Veterans Blvd, Denham Springs, LA 70726. The listed phone number is (225) 791-2020.

What is Amy Puerto's specialty?

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

Is Amy Puerto enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amy Puerto 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 Amy Puerto accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 6 other insurers list Amy Puerto 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 Amy Puerto was last updated on August 5, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.