WALTER ALVAREZ - NPI 1982398178 - Optometrist in Estero, FL

Q: What is Walter Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Alvarez is 1982398178. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2023.

Q: What is Walter Alvarez's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Alvarez was last updated on June 8, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

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About Walter Alvarez NPPES

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

WALTER ALVAREZ (NPI 1982398178) is an individual optometrist in Estero, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC6239) and active in the NPI registry since June 2023. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982398178

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameWALTER ALVAREZ

Location Address22907 LYDEN DREstero, FL 33928-7043

Mailing Address4981 Bonsai Cir Apt 107Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418-6778

Phone(305) 283-9140

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJune 8, 2023

NPPES CertifiedJune 8, 2023

✔ NPI 1982398178 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 FL · OPC6239

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.

22907 LYDEN DR, Estero, FL 33928

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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 (PECOS)

Walter Alvarez is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33928 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

$135.56 typical visit price

range $58.56 – $179.05

Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$73.00 typical visit price

range $18.44 – $144.68

Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)

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 2

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

NATIONAL VISION, INC.

Technician/Technologist (Optician)

22907 LYDEN DR
ESTERO, FL 33928

Lee County (239) 908-5453

DR. ALEXA DRUBI OD

Optometrist

22907 LYDEN DR
ESTERO, FL 33928

Lee County (239) 908-5453

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 Walter Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Alvarez is 1982398178. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2023.

Where is Walter Alvarez located?

Walter Alvarez practices at 22907 Lyden Dr, Estero, FL 33928. The listed phone number is (305) 283-9140.

What is Walter Alvarez's specialty?

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

Is Walter Alvarez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Alvarez is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Walter Alvarez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 8 other insurers list Walter Alvarez 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 Walter Alvarez was last updated on June 8, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.