Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Matthew Palozej, OD

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Ellington, CT

  • NPI 1861914681
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 9 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
19 Pinney St
Ellington, CT 060295835
(860) 875-7336

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2017 — 9 yrs on file
Year of graduation
2017 — 9 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Connecticut #3045

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861914681. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
473
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$40,354
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 147 147 $135
92250 Photography of the retina 138 138 $40
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 43 37 $96
92134 Imaging of retina 40 40 $43
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 26 26 $155
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes 25 22 $60
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 21 21 $96
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 19 19 $38
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 14 14 $67

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Ellington Optometrist, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
290
Patients
89
Total drug cost
$40,699
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 96 30 $2,517
Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) Brand 49 11 $945
Lumigan (Bimatoprost) Brand 29 0 $9,268
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) Brand 23 19 $246
Timolol Maleate Generic 19 0 $391
Loteprednol Etabonate Generic 18 15 $3,565
Restasis (Cyclosporine) Brand 18 0 $18,497
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) Brand 14 14 $654
Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) Brand 12 0 $89
Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) Brand 12 0 $4,529

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Matthew Palozej's medical specialty?
Dr. Matthew Palozej practices Optometrist in Ellington, CT.
Where does Dr. Matthew Palozej practice?
Dr. Matthew Palozej practices at 19 Pinney St, Ellington, CT 060295835. Office phone: 8608757336.
What is Dr. Matthew Palozej's NPI?
Dr. Matthew Palozej's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861914681, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Matthew Palozej accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Matthew Palozej accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Matthew Palozej commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.