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Active NPI 1578308409 Individual Practitioner Female Practitioner

Dr. Katia Yulissa Guzman , OD

Optometrist • Anchorage, AK

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Katia Guzman, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Anchorage, AK. With approximately 2 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Houston - College Of Optometry in 2024, Dr. Guzman delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 341 W TUDOR RD.

Dr. Guzman is affiliated with Makar Eyecare Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

341 W Tudor Rd

Anchorage, AK 995036639

Telephone 9077706652
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 L. Judith Bautista Facility NPI 1538314513

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Houston - College Of Optometry

Graduation Year

2024

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Anchorage, AK

Rising Specialist (<5 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
2 Yrs -17.8 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 19.8 Yrs
State Avg: 19.4 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
81 Specialists

Practicing in Anchorage, AK (206 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
67.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Guzman (2 Years) 2 Yrs
Anchorage Specialty Average (19.8 Years) 19.8 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-03-13
Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License TX 11233TG

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.

Optometrist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License AK 232700

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.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Makar Eyecare Llc

341 W Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 995036639

Phone: 9077706652

Secondary Practice Locations

306 E Main St

Brenham, TX 778333706

Phone: 9798363597

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

9 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location March 13, 2025

Registered at 341 W TUDOR RD, ANCHORAGE, AK 995036639 (Tel: 9077706652)

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Updated Business Mailing Address March 13, 2025

Registered at 15210 POLLOCK DR, ANCHORAGE, AK 995164908 (Tel: 8327522703)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 13, 2025

Optometrist (License #232700 in AK)

NPI Profile Active July 01, 2024

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 01, 2024

Registered at 306 E MAIN ST, BRENHAM, TX 778333706 (Tel: 9798363597)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 01, 2024

Registered at 6318 LOS COYOTES DR, PASADENA, TX 775055493 (Tel: 8327522703)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 01, 2024

Recorded as KATIA GUZMAN, OD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 01, 2024

Optometrist (License #11233TG in TX)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration July 01, 2024

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1578308409
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: July 01, 2024
Last Update: March 13, 2025
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

15210 Pollock Dr

Anchorage, AK 995164908

Phone: 8327522703

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