Dr. Willard Gardner Rice , MD
Ophthalmology • Worcester, MA
Notice of NPI Deactivation & Inactive Practice Status
According to official public domain records published by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) in the National Provider Identifier (NPPES) Registry, Dr. Willard Rice has officially deactivated this NPI record and ceased active healthcare practice.
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Willard Rice, MD was a registered Ophthalmology practicing in Worcester, MA. Throughout an active medical career spanning 17 years, Dr. Rice provided care at the practice location at 591 LINCOLN ST until profile deactivation on 2023-03-15.
Historical Medicare Part B clinical services included established patient complete exam of visual system, established patient outpatient office visit, imaging of optic nerve. Public procedure reimbursement records and service volume details are provided below for historical transparency.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
591 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA 016051901
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Worcester, MA
Practicing in Worcester, MA (841 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
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
|
112 | 112 | $135.00 | $132.87 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
84 | 78 | $90.00 | $78.95 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
18 | 18 | $150.00 | $39.48 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Ophthalmology
Optometrist
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Optometrist
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Record deactivated on March 15, 2023
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 591 LINCOLN ST, WORCESTER, MA 016051901 (Tel: 5085959494)
Registered at 591 LINCOLN ST, WORCESTER, MA 016051901 (Tel: 5085959494)
Recorded as WILLARD RICE, MD
Ophthalmology (License #35949 in MA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
Patient & Community Reviews
Verified patient ratings, medical care experiences, and facility photos
Sign in to leave a review for Dr. Willard Rice
Only verified registered users can submit ratings, post feedback, and upload facility photos.
NPI Administrative Meta
Mailing Address
591 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA 016051901
Phone: 5085959494
This directory listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or physician endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.