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NIAGARA FALLS EYECARE
NPI 1972633543
Optometrist in Niagara Falls, NY

Active since March 06, 2007
151 BUFFALO AVE, SUITE 206, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14303(716) 284-9449(716) 284-9467 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 9, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 9, 2021, Sep 17, 2020, Jul 27, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Niagara Falls Eyecare NPPES

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

NIAGARA FALLS EYECARE (NPI 1972633543) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Niagara Falls, New York and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. The organization lists Lorna Krulisky, Office Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972633543
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameSTEVEN I BENCH OD, PC
Location Address151 BUFFALO AVE, SUITE 206Niagara Falls, NY 14303-1243
Mailing Address151 Buffalo AveNiagara Falls, NY 14303-1243 · (716) 284-9449 · Fax (716) 284-9467
Phone(716) 284-9449
Fax(716) 284-9467
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialLorna KruliskyOffice Manager · (716) 284-9449
Enumeration DateMarch 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 9, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 9, 2021
✔ NPI 1972633543 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 003048
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.
Also ListedEyewear SupplierTaxonomy 332H00000X
151 BUFFALO AVE, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
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Other Names 2

Doing Business AsNiagara Falls Eyecare
Doing Business AsNiagara Falls Eyecare Optical

Other Identifiers 5

OtherJ300094807NY · Medicare
Other00010231601NY · Univera Community Health
Other003001633NY · Blue Cross & Blue Shield
Medicaid01914167NY
Medicaid00631365NY

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 and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Niagara Falls Eyecare is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 1 clinician reassigns Medicare billing to Niagara Falls Eyecare, which bills Medicare for the services this clinician delivers.

Clinician (1)

Steven Bench, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1295800274
324 W FERRY ST
Buffalo, NY 14213
(716) 883-4747
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare14 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 I Bench Od, PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven I Bench Od, PC is 1972633543. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on March 6, 2007. The provider is doing business as Niagara Falls Eyecare and Niagara Falls Eyecare Optical.

Where is Steven I Bench Od, PC located?

Steven I Bench Od, PC is located at 151 Buffalo Ave Suite 206, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. The listed phone number is (716) 284-9449.

What is Steven I Bench Od, PC's specialty?

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

Is Steven I Bench Od, PC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven I Bench Od, PC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Steven I Bench Od, PC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 1 clinician (Optometry) reassigns their Medicare billing to Steven I Bench Od, PC. A 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 the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Steven I Bench Od, PC 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 BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and 1 other insurer list Steven I Bench Od, PC 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 I Bench Od, PC was last updated on September 9, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.