Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Whitney Lauer
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Virginia, MN
- NPI 1285164079
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1101 Ninth Street North, Essentia Health Virginia Clinic
Virginia, MN 557922329
(218) 741-0150 - Mailing address
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400 East Third Street, Essentia Health Duluth Clinic McL2Cred
Duluth, MN 55805
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 15, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #3501
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285164079. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
214
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$17,678
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 64 | 64 | $126 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 43 | 43 | $37 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 23 | $88 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 23 | 21 | $34 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 22 | 14 | $55 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 19 | 18 | $62 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 17 | 17 | $149 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 42. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $16.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
108
Patients
27
Total drug cost
$4,519
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 73 | 27 | $1,934 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 24 | 0 | $503 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $2,082 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Whitney Lauer's medical specialty?
Dr. Whitney Lauer practices Optometrist in Virginia, MN.
Where does Dr. Whitney Lauer practice?
Dr. Whitney Lauer practices at 1101 Ninth Street North, Virginia, MN 557922329. Office phone: 2187410150.
What is Dr. Whitney Lauer's NPI?
Dr. Whitney Lauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285164079, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Whitney Lauer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Whitney Lauer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Whitney Lauer 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.