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DR. LAUREN MICHELLE DOBSON HAZELTON OD
NPI 1912314774
Optometrist in Bemidji, MN

Active since July 14, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
228 4TH ST NW STE 100, BEMIDJI, MN 56601(218) 759-1430(218) 444-9086 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 14, 2026, Apr 2, 2025, May 2, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Lauren Michelle Dobson Hazelton Od NPPES

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

DR. LAUREN MICHELLE DOBSON HAZELTON OD (NPI 1912314774) is an individual optometrist in Bemidji, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (MN3502) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912314774
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAUREN MICHELLE DOBSON HAZELTONCredential: OD
Location Address228 4TH ST NW STE 100Bemidji, MN 56601-3115
Mailing Address228 4th St Nw Ste 100Bemidji, MN 56601-3115 · (218) 759-1439 · Fax (218) 444-9086
Phone(218) 759-1430
Fax(218) 444-9086
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1912314774 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 MN · MN3502
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.
228 4TH ST NW STE 100, Bemidji, MN 56601
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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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lauren Michelle Dobson Hazelton 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 ID6608093174
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170905003533
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Lauren Hazelton reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Whelan Eye Care, Inc.
Same address
Optometrist
228 4TH ST NW STE 100
Bemidji, MN 56601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316955941 (218) 759-1430

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 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.
82 services82 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).
23 services19 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.
22 services20 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.
19 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56601 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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

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

WHELAN EYE CARE, INC.
Optometrist
228 4TH ST NW STE 100
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 759-1430

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 Lauren Hazelton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Hazelton is 1912314774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2014.

Where is Lauren Hazelton located?

Lauren Hazelton practices at 228 4th St NW Ste 100, Bemidji, MN 56601. The listed phone number is (218) 759-1430.

What is Lauren Hazelton's specialty?

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

Is Lauren Hazelton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Hazelton 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 organization bills Medicare for Lauren Hazelton's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lauren Hazelton reassigns Medicare benefits to Whelan Eye Care, Inc. (Bemidji, MN). The 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 Lauren Hazelton's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lauren Hazelton accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Lauren Hazelton 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 Lauren Hazelton was last updated on October 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 days 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.