Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lauren Thamel, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Worcester, MA
- NPI 1598332850
- Accepts Medicare
- 5 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
335 Park Ave
Worcester, MA 016101000
(508) 753-5103
fax (508) 753-6395 - Additional location
-
177 Main St
Spencer, MA 015621711
(508) 885-2219
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 19, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2021 — 5 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #5486
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598332850. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
306
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$32,439
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 99 | 99 | $131 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 63 | 61 | $39 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 49 | 41 | $93 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 31 | 31 | $155 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 20 | 20 | $224 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 19 | 19 | $41 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 13 | 13 | $131 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 12 | 12 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in Worcester Optometrist, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$745
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lkc Technologies, INC. | 2 | $194.46 | |
| RxSight INC | 1 | $145.75 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $124.73 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $124.55 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $69.97 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $37.73 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $24.65 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $23.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
49
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$416
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 30 | 0 | $254 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $162 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lauren Thamel's medical specialty?
Dr. Lauren Thamel practices Optometrist in Worcester, MA.
Where does Dr. Lauren Thamel practice?
Dr. Lauren Thamel practices at 335 Park Ave, Worcester, MA 016101000. Office phone: 5087535103.
What is Dr. Lauren Thamel's NPI?
Dr. Lauren Thamel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598332850, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lauren Thamel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Thamel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lauren Thamel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.