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Active NPI 1255180428 Individual Practitioner Female Practitioner

Dr. Karen Christine Watson , OD

Optometrist • Lacey, WA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Karen Watson, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Lacey, WA. With approximately 2 years of clinical experience since graduating from Pacific University - College Of Optometry in 2024, Dr. Watson delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 345 COLLEGE ST SE STE C.

Dr. Watson is affiliated with Eye Physicians Of Olympia Inc Ps and accepts Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

345 College St Se Ste C

Lacey, WA 985031014

Telephone 3604563200
Fax 3604563894
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Pacific University - College Of Optometry

Graduation Year

2024

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Lacey, WA

Rising Specialist (<5 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
2 Yrs -17.9 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 19.9 Yrs
State Avg: 20.4 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
17 Specialists

Practicing in Lacey, WA (1692 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. Watson (2 Years) 2 Yrs
Lacey Specialty Average (19.9 Years) 19.9 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-09-16
Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License WA OD61543277

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 PA OEG004188

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

Eye Physicians Of Olympia Inc Ps

345 College St Se, Lacey, WA 985031014

Phone: 3604563200

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

12 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location September 16, 2025

Registered at 345 COLLEGE ST SE STE C, LACEY, WA 985031014 (Tel: 3604563200)

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Updated Business Mailing Address September 16, 2025

Registered at 345 COLLEGE ST SE, LACEY, WA 985031014 (Tel: 3604563200)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) September 16, 2025

Optometrist (License #OEG004188 in PA)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) June 12, 2025

Optometrist (License #OD61543277 in WA)

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Updated Business Mailing Address January 29, 2025

Registered at 1700 S LINCOLN AVE BLDG 17-2A, LEBANON, PA 170427529 (Tel: 5033522020)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) January 29, 2025

Optometrist (License #OEG004188 in PA)

NPI Profile Active May 18, 2024

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location May 18, 2024

Registered at 2043 COLLEGE WAY, FOREST GROVE, OR 971161756 (Tel: 2533522020)

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Updated Business Mailing Address May 18, 2024

Registered at 2043 COLLEGE WAY, FOREST GROVE, OR 971161797 (Tel: 5033522020)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated May 18, 2024

Recorded as KAREN WATSON, OD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) May 18, 2024

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 18, 2024

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1255180428
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 18, 2024
Last Update: September 16, 2025
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

345 College St Se

Lacey, WA 985031014

Phone: 3604563200

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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