Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Tachau, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Santa Fe, NM
- NPI 1649384710
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1409 Luisa St, Suite D
Santa Fe, NM 875057002
(505) 984-8989
fax (505) 984-8892
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 1, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #325
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649384710. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
603
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$50,765
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 156 | 156 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 156 | 108 | $86 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 78 | 64 | $56 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 58 | 51 | $32 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 52 | 52 | $140 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 27 | 23 | $120 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 26 | 24 | $34 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 20 | 15 | $37 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 16 | 16 | $26 | |
76514 |
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | 14 | 14 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 5.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$412
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 3 | $252.71 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 1 | $117.16 | |
| CooperVision Inc. | 1 | $25.69 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $16.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
237
Patients
26
Total drug cost
$84,012
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 48 | 15 | $1,486 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 47 | 0 | $1,202 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 33 | 11 | $37,684 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $20,597 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $13,334 |
| Fluorometholone | Generic | 17 | 0 | $1,326 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $478 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $48 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $553 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $7,303 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Tachau's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Tachau practices Optometrist in Santa Fe, NM.
Where does Dr. Paul Tachau practice?
Dr. Paul Tachau practices at 1409 Luisa St, Santa Fe, NM 875057002. Office phone: 5059848989.
What is Dr. Paul Tachau's NPI?
Dr. Paul Tachau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649384710, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Tachau accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Tachau accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Tachau 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); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.