SAMANTHA HEATER OD
NPI 1982086484
Optometrist in Syracuse, NY
Active since June 22, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
68.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
About Samantha Heater Od NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
SAMANTHA HEATER OD (NPI 1982086484) is an individual optometrist in Syracuse, New York, licensed in New York (TUV008327) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2015).
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1982086484
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSAMANTHA HEATERCredential: OD
Location Address4109 W GENESEE STSyracuse, NY 13219-1956
Mailing Address5100 W Taft Rd, Ste 4mLiverpool, NY 13088-3810 · (781) 312-9039 · Fax (781) 321-8611
Phone(781) 312-9039
Fax(781) 321-8611
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 22, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 22, 2017
✔ NPI 1982086484 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 NY · TUV008327
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.
4109 W GENESEE ST, Syracuse, NY 13219
Accepted Insurance
The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming.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
Samantha Heater 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 ID446567747
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150918002187
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 10
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.
Dexamethasone, lacrimal ophthalmic insert, 0.1 mg J1096
Dexamethasone, lacrimal ophthalmic insert, 0.1 mg is a tiny device inserted into your tear duct. It releases a steroid, dexamethasone, to reduce inflammation and discomfort in your eye. It's often used for conditions like dry eye or following eye surgery.
668 services109 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.
498 services432 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.
235 services198 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
224 services130 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.
172 services171 patients
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 68841
This procedure involves placing a small implant into your tear duct. The implant slowly releases medication to your eye, helping manage conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma. It's a simple, quick procedure typically performed under local anesthesia.
170 services110 patients
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 13219 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.
68.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practiceQuality
100
Promoting Interoperability
71
Improvement Activities
40
Cost
18.01
Reported Quality Measures
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Counseling on Antioxidant Supplement
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) formulation for…
29%124 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who had a dilated macular examination performed which included documentation of the presence or absence of macular thickening or geographic atrophy or…
99%124 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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%285 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed with documented communication to the physician who manages the ongoing care of the patient with diabetes mellitus…
93%58 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Documentation of Presence or Absence of Macular Edema and Level of Severity of Retinopathy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed which included documentation of the level of severity of retinopathy and the presence or absence of macular edema during…
98%59 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%2,355 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%99 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
95%660 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
3%37 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%39 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
7%1,385 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
28%235 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 521 patients
Patients tobacco: 90% · 521 patients
4%54 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
95%118 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
97%1,385 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 660 patients
0%660 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 3
Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.
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 Samantha Heater's NPI number?
The NPI number for Samantha Heater is 1982086484. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 22, 2015.
Where is Samantha Heater located?
Samantha Heater practices at 4109 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13219. The listed phone number is (781) 312-9039.
What is Samantha Heater's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.
Is Samantha Heater enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. Samantha Heater 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 Samantha Heater accept?
Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list Samantha Heater 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 Samantha Heater was last updated on August 22, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.
