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NICHOLAS J BRUNS OD
NPI 1902288558
Optometrist in Wauwatosa, WI

Active since June 19, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
10425 W NORTH AVE STE 140, WAUWATOSA, WI 53226(414) 877-6414(414) 386-5245 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Nicholas J Bruns Od NPPES

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

NICHOLAS J BRUNS OD (NPI 1902288558) is an individual optometrist in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, licensed in Michigan (4901004886) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Menomonee Falls, and is a graduate of Ferris State College - College Of Optometry (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902288558
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS J BRUNSCredential: OD
Location Address10425 W NORTH AVE STE 140Wauwatosa, WI 53226-2400
Mailing Address10425 W North Ave Ste 140Wauwatosa, WI 53226-2400 · (414) 877-6414 · Fax (414) 386-5245
Phone(414) 877-6414
Fax(414) 386-5245
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSFerris State College - College Of OptometryGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 11, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJune 11, 2026
✔ NPI 1902288558 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 MI · 4901004886
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.
10425 W NORTH AVE STE 140, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1N89W16785 Appleton AveMenomonee Falls, WI 53051-2071 · Phone (262) 253-4000 · Fax (262) 253-4100

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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nicholas J Bruns 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 ID5890008783
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200102000865
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 7

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.
193 services181 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.
106 services89 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).
59 services55 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.
56 services41 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.
48 services42 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
44 services43 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 53226 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
$123.69 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.37 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $16.84 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

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
100%37 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.

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.

JOHN A VUKICH MD
Ophthalmology
10425 W NORTH AVE STE 140
WAUWATOSA, WI 53226
Milwaukee County (414) 877-6414
NATHANIEL RAY MOXON
Ophthalmology
10425 W NORTH AVE STE 140
WAUWATOSA, WI 53226
Milwaukee County (414) 877-6414

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 Nicholas Bruns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Bruns is 1902288558. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2015.

Where is Nicholas Bruns located?

Nicholas Bruns practices at 10425 W North Ave Ste 140, Wauwatosa, WI 53226. The listed phone number is (414) 877-6414.

What is Nicholas Bruns's specialty?

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

Is Nicholas Bruns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Bruns 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 Nicholas Bruns accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Network Health list Nicholas Bruns 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 Nicholas Bruns was last updated on June 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.