Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chad Gidel, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Ames, IA
- NPI 1316939127
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2020 Philadelphia St
Ames, IA 500108772
(515) 232-2450
fax (515) 232-3532 - Mailing address
-
309 E Church St
Marshalltown, IA 501582946
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 12, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #02159
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316939127. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,762
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$276,089
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,241 | 1,194 | $117 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 392 | 392 | $140 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 303 | 227 | $84 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 300 | 248 | $33 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 120 | 109 | $118 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 115 | 114 | $58 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 93 | 89 | $37 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 55 | 55 | $104 | |
67820 |
Removal of eyelashes using forceps | 40 | 29 | $20 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 36 | 32 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Ames Optometrist, average services per provider: 97. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $19.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,275
Patients
347
Total drug cost
$128,771
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 596 | 155 | $10,462 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 194 | 58 | $5,636 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 144 | 50 | $2,007 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 54 | 25 | $59,772 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 40 | 15 | $518 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 39 | 17 | $708 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 39 | 0 | $19,995 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 37 | 0 | $711 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $10,459 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 24 | 14 | $1,626 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chad Gidel's medical specialty?
Dr. Chad Gidel practices Optometrist in Ames, IA.
Where does Dr. Chad Gidel practice?
Dr. Chad Gidel practices at 2020 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 500108772. Office phone: 5152322450.
What is Dr. Chad Gidel's NPI?
Dr. Chad Gidel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316939127, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chad Gidel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chad Gidel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chad Gidel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.