Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. John Helsel, O.D.

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Palos Heights, IL

  • NPI 1265589584
  • 50 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
7600 W College Dr
Palos Heights, IL 604631001
(708) 361-3120
fax (708) 361-4047

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
July 8, 2007
Year of graduation
1976 — 50 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Illinois #046006927

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265589584. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
233
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$22,222
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 87 87 $123
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 55 46 $88
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 30 27 $61
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 24 24 $146
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 22 19 $33
92134 Imaging of retina 15 14 $39

In context: peer comparison

Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 3.7× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
41
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$3,683
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Timolol Maleate Generic 19 0 $3,197
Azithromycin Generic 11 0 $100
Latanoprost Generic 11 0 $386

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. John Helsel's medical specialty?
Dr. John Helsel practices Optometrist in Palos Heights, IL.
Where does Dr. John Helsel practice?
Dr. John Helsel practices at 7600 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 604631001. Office phone: 7083613120.
What is Dr. John Helsel's NPI?
Dr. John Helsel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265589584, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Helsel accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. John Helsel does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. John Helsel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.