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DR. STEVEN J TOWLE O. D.
NPI 1932197209
Optometrist in Bismarck, ND

Active since October 11, 2005PECOS Enrolled
75.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
620 N 9TH ST, BISMARCK, ND 58501(701) 255-4673(701) 255-4934 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Steven J Towle O. D. NPPES

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

DR. STEVEN J TOWLE O. D. (NPI 1932197209) is an individual optometrist in Bismarck, North Dakota, licensed in North Dakota (506) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932197209
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEVEN J TOWLECredential: O. D.
Location Address620 N 9TH STBismarck, ND 58501-4112
Mailing Address620 N 9th StBismarck, ND 58501-4112 · (701) 255-4673 · Fax (701) 255-4934
Fax(701) 255-4934
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateOctober 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2026
NPI 1932197209 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 ND · 506
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.
620 N 9TH ST, Bismarck, ND 58501

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid60432ND
Other800506ND · Bcbs Vision Services
Medicaid9202450SD
Other9202450SD · Sd Medicaid
Other11138ND · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Steven J Towle 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 ID5597977660
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101019001595
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 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.
195 services164 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.
142 services141 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.
83 services83 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.
42 services41 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).
27 services26 patients
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.
24 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58501 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
$127.45 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.48 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

75.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost19.06

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$55.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier11 claims22 services$54.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Ophthalmology
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Optometrist
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Ophthalmology
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Clinic/Center (Ophthalmologic Surgery)
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Ophthalmology
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501
Optometrist
620 N 9TH ST
BISMARCK, ND 58501

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 Steven Towle's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Towle is 1932197209. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 11, 2005.

Where is Steven Towle located?

Steven Towle practices at 620 N 9th St, Bismarck, ND 58501. The listed phone number is (701) 255-4673.

What is Steven Towle's specialty?

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

Is Steven Towle enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Towle 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 Steven Towle accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Steven Towle 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 Steven Towle was last updated on July 16, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.