Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. William Wachs, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1518046523
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
154 Patchen Dr, Suite 71
Lexington, KY 405174418
(859) 268-1215
fax (859) 268-1215 - Mailing address
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Po Box 216, 218 Main St
Irvine, KY 40336
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #939DT
- Medicaid
- KY #77009397
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518046523. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
195
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$20,285
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 99 | 98 | $115 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 51 | 37 | $74 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 33 | 33 | $138 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 12 | 12 | $45 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in Lexington Optometrist, average services per provider: 281. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$184
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $144.66 | |
| Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, INC. | 1 | $39.55 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
138
Patients
17
Total drug cost
$10,265
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 73 | 17 | $1,582 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 36 | 0 | $1,176 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $775 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $6,732 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. William Wachs's medical specialty?
Dr. William Wachs practices Optometrist in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. William Wachs practice?
Dr. William Wachs practices at 154 Patchen Dr, Lexington, KY 405174418. Office phone: 8592681215.
What is Dr. William Wachs's NPI?
Dr. William Wachs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518046523, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. William Wachs accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. William Wachs accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. William Wachs 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); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.