Dr. Michael J Kruger , OD
Optometrist • Ames, IA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Michael Kruger, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Ames, IA. With approximately 22 years of clinical experience since graduating from Ohio State University - College Of Optometry in 2004, Dr. Kruger delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 201 10TH ST.
Dr. Kruger maintains professional affiliations with John E Kruger, O.D., P.C., Central Iowa Eye Associates, P.C. and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient complete exam of visual system, photography of the retina, established patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
201 10th St
Ames, IA 500106211
Medicare Profile & Education
Ohio State University - College Of Optometry
2004
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Ames, IA
Practicing in Ames, IA (704 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
289 | 288 | $266.00 | $116.26 |
|
92250
Photography of the retina
|
116 | 111 | $105.00 | $33.86 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
95 | 81 | $170.00 | $118.52 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
82 | 76 | $134.00 | $57.98 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
70 | 58 | $117.00 | $83.88 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
42 | 41 | $78.00 | $31.81 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
33 | 32 | $85.00 | $35.21 |
|
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
|
29 | 18 | $290.00 | $97.55 |
|
92020
Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
|
19 | 19 | $59.00 | $25.45 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
17 | 17 | $318.00 | $137.95 |
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: 152WV0400X
Optometrists who specialize in vision therapy as a treatment process used to improve vision function. It includes a broad range of developmental and rehabilitative treatment programs individually prescribed to remediate specific sensory, motor and/or visual perceptual dysfunctions.
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Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Central Iowa Eye Associates, P.c.
2600 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 503125300
Phone: 5152431667
John E Kruger, O.d., P.c.
201 10th St, Ames, IA 500106211
Phone: 5152323451
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
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Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 201 10TH ST, AMES, IA 500106211 (Tel: 5152323451)
Registered at 201 10TH ST, AMES, IA 500106211 (Tel: 5152323451)
Recorded as MICHAEL KRUGER, O.D.
Optometrist (License #2296 in IA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
201 10th St
Ames, IA 500106211
Phone: 5152323451
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