Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Karen Zar, OD

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Waltham, MA

  • NPI 1780786780
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 22 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1601 Trapelo RD, Suite 184
Waltham, MA 024517333
(781) 890-1023
fax (781) 890-2507

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 21, 2011
Year of graduation
2004 — 22 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #4505
Medicaid
MA #0705586

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780786780. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
43
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,663
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 26 24 $100
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes 17 14 $63

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 19. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
13
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$10,509
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Restasis Multidose (Cyclosporine) Brand 13 0 $10,509

Frequently asked questions

Auto-generated from federal data
What is Dr. Karen Zar's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Zar practices Optometrist in Waltham, MA.
Where does Dr. Karen Zar practice?
Dr. Karen Zar practices at 1601 Trapelo RD, Waltham, MA 024517333. Office phone: 7818901023.
What is Dr. Karen Zar's NPI?
Dr. Karen Zar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780786780, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Zar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Zar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Zar 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 99212). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.