Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Aurora, CO
- NPI 1174589170
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
15101 E Iliff Ave, Suite 100
Aurora, CO 800144543
(303) 366-1235
fax (303) 366-2886
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 25, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Colorado #CO1832
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174589170. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
446
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$34,471
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 96 | 95 | $128 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 79 | 62 | $89 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 77 | 72 | $38 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 56 | 48 | $41 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 43 | 40 | $63 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 42 | 38 | $34 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 29 | 29 | $153 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 24 | 16 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Aurora Optometrist, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 7.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$573
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision INC. | 5 | $207.31 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $115.07 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $114.06 | |
| Topcon Healthcare, INC. | 2 | $102.77 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $33.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
133
Patients
19
Total drug cost
$27,019
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 48 | 19 | $1,936 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $15,753 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 18 | 0 | $4,190 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $3,861 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $233 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $1,045 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach practices Optometrist in Aurora, CO.
Where does Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach practice?
Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach practices at 15101 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 800144543. Office phone: 3033661235.
What is Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174589170, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Scholten-Lellbach commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.