Dr. Paul W. Smith , OD
Optometrist • Merced, CA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Paul Smith, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Merced, CA. With approximately 36 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of California - School Of Optometry in 1990, Dr. Smith delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 780 W OLIVE AVE.
Dr. Smith accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include photography of the retina, established patient outpatient office visit, extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
780 W Olive Ave
Suite 103
Merced, CA 953482437
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of California - School Of Optometry
1990
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Merced, CA
Practicing in Merced, CA (8588 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
92250
Photography of the retina
|
360 | 356 | $79.00 | $36.06 |
|
99212
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
|
230 | 187 | $69.00 | $54.69 |
|
92202
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing
|
225 | 192 | $49.00 | $14.58 |
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
214 | 214 | $155.00 | $123.22 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
157 | 132 | $79.00 | $62.30 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
119 | 106 | $55.00 | $37.35 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
73 | 62 | $105.00 | $86.66 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
73 | 61 | $55.00 | $32.35 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
52 | 52 | $169.00 | $146.42 |
|
92132
Imaging of front third of eye
|
25 | 20 | $49.00 | $27.78 |
|
92020
Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
|
17 | 17 | $39.00 | $26.29 |
|
76514
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
|
15 | 14 | $49.00 | $10.14 |
|
92201
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing
|
12 | 12 | $49.00 | $23.25 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X
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.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152WC0802X
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152WP0200X
Optometrists who work in Pediatrics are concerned with the prevention, development, diagnosis, and treatment of visual problems in children.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152WS0006X
An optometrist who offers services designed to care for unique vision care needs of athletes, which may include one of more of the following services: corrective vision care unique to a specific sporting environment; protective eyewear for the prevention of sports-related injuries; vision enhancement - which may include vision therapy and techniques to improve visual skills specific to the athlete's sport.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152WX0102X
Optometrists who work in Occupational Vision, the branch of environmental optometry, consider all aspects of the relationship between work and vision, visual performances, eye safety, and health.
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Practice Associates & Co-Workers
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Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Hearing Instrument Specialist
HADT
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 780 W OLIVE AVE, SUITE 103, MERCED, CA 953482437 (Tel: 2093842101)
Registered at 780 W OLIVE AVE, SUITE 103, MERCED, CA 953482437 (Tel: 2093842101)
Recorded as PAUL SMITH, OD
Optometrist (License #09431T in CA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
780 W Olive Ave, Suite 103
Merced, CA 953482437
Phone: 2093842101
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