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Dr. Lawrence William Baitch , OD, PhD

Optometrist • Worcester, MA

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Lawrence Baitch, OD, PhD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Worcester, MA. With approximately 44 years of clinical experience since graduating from Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago in 1982, Dr. Baitch delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 10 LINCOLN SQ.

Dr. Baitch is affiliated with Mcphs University and does not directly accept Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

10 Lincoln Sq

Worcester, MA 016081135

Telephone 5083735830
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Mcphs University Facility NPI 1871852566

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago

Graduation Year

1982

Medicare Assignment

Not Specified

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Worcester, MA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
44 Yrs +22.3 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 21.7 Yrs
State Avg: 23.8 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
60 Specialists

Practicing in Worcester, MA (1567 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. Baitch (44 Years) 44 Yrs
Worcester Specialty Average (21.7 Years) 21.7 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2026-03-24
Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License MI 4901003741

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 MA 5392

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 TX 3006T

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.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Masshealth
110159307A (MA)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Mcphs University

10 Lincoln Sq, Worcester, MA 016081135

Phone: 5083735830

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

16 Associated Practitioners
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Doctor of Optometry

Minh Luong

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Doctor of Optometry

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

12 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location March 24, 2026

Registered at 10 LINCOLN SQ, WORCESTER, MA 016081135 (Tel: 5083735830)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 24, 2026

Optometrist (License #4901003741 in MI)

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Updated Business Mailing Address November 16, 2021

Registered at 10 LINCOLN SQ, WORCESTER, MA 016081135 (Tel: 5083735830)

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Updated Practice Location June 29, 2020

Registered at 10 LINCOLN SQ RM 210-I, WORCESTER, MA 016081135 (Tel: 5083735830)

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Updated Business Mailing Address June 29, 2020

Registered at 10 LINCOLN SQ RM 210-I, WORCESTER, MA 016081135 (Tel: 7742433428)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) June 29, 2020

Optometrist (License #5392 in MA)

NPI Profile Active July 08, 2007

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 08, 2007

Registered at 1785 W. STADIUM BOULEVARD, SUITE 102, ANN ARBOR, MI 48103 (Tel: 7349260196)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 08, 2007

Registered at 1785 W. STADIUM BOULEVARD, SUITE 102, ANN ARBOR, MI 48103 (Tel: 7349260196)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 08, 2007

Recorded as LAWRENCE BAITCH, OD, PHD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 08, 2007

Optometrist (License #4901003741 in MI)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration June 06, 2007

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1134322456
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: June 06, 2007
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

10 Lincoln Sq

Worcester, MA 016081135

Phone: 5083735830

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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