Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kari Hellstern, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Marshalltown, IA
- NPI 1538542717
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2802 S Center St
Marshalltown, IA 501584708
(641) 753-3169
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 8, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #078622
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538542717. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
187
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$18,300
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 98 | 97 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 44 | 29 | $84 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 29 | 24 | $37 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 16 | 16 | $128 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Marshalltown Optometrist, average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$221
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 10 | $183.80 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $19.73 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $17.48 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kari Hellstern's medical specialty?
Dr. Kari Hellstern practices Optometrist in Marshalltown, IA.
Where does Dr. Kari Hellstern practice?
Dr. Kari Hellstern practices at 2802 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 501584708. Office phone: 6417533169.
What is Dr. Kari Hellstern's NPI?
Dr. Kari Hellstern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538542717, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kari Hellstern accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kari Hellstern accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kari Hellstern 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); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.