Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Caroline Mendus, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Independence, MO
- NPI 1417572686
- Accepts Medicare
- 6 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
13900 E US Highway 40
Independence, MO 640555860
(816) 478-0500 - Mailing address
-
1203 W 60Th Ter
Kansas City, MO 641131318
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2020015761
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417572686. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
41
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$3,158
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 14 | 14 | $36 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 14 | 13 | $76 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 13 | 13 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Independence Optometrist, average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$243
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 4 | $141.45 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $41.62 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $24.32 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $21.87 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 1 | $13.24 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Caroline Mendus's medical specialty?
Dr. Caroline Mendus practices Optometrist in Independence, MO.
Where does Dr. Caroline Mendus practice?
Dr. Caroline Mendus practices at 13900 E US Highway 40, Independence, MO 640555860. Office phone: 8164780500.
What is Dr. Caroline Mendus's NPI?
Dr. Caroline Mendus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417572686, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Caroline Mendus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Caroline Mendus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Caroline Mendus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.