Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ellen Shorter, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1588894695
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.1 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1855 W Taylor St, Contact Lens Service
Chicago, IL 606127242
(312) 996-5410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #046-010248
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588894695. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
422
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$27,864
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 229 | 113 | $69 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 55 | 40 | $103 | |
76514 |
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | 40 | 32 | $8 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 36 | 35 | $20 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $89 | |
92313 |
Contact lens services for lens covering entire cornea | 19 | 19 | $44 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $142 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 92 peers in Chicago Optometrist, average services per provider: 85. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $22.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
77
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$2,486
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $570 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $1,636 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 16 | 0 | $191 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $89 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ellen Shorter's medical specialty?
Dr. Ellen Shorter practices Optometrist in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Ellen Shorter practice?
Dr. Ellen Shorter practices at 1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 606127242. Office phone: 3129965410.
What is Dr. Ellen Shorter's NPI?
Dr. Ellen Shorter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588894695, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ellen Shorter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ellen Shorter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ellen Shorter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness (HCPCS 76514). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.