Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Paluska, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Salem, OR
- NPI 1043345275
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1309 Liberty St Se
Salem, OR 973024245
(503) 585-2022
fax (503) 378-0797
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 17, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Oregon #3097ATI
- Medicaid
- OR #165456
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043345275. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
715
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$69,272
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 353 | 344 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 100 | 89 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 53 | 52 | $119 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 47 | 43 | $34 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 45 | 45 | $140 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 45 | 44 | $58 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 41 | 39 | $37 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 31 | 31 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Salem Optometrist, average services per provider: 51. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$116
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 1 | $116.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
884
Patients
241
Total drug cost
$81,801
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 555 | 128 | $13,531 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 76 | 20 | $909 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 57 | 47 | $3,515 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 41 | 0 | $3,124 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 40 | 17 | $40,265 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $12,890 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 29 | 11 | $586 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $6,301 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 19 | 18 | $268 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $415 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Paluska's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Paluska practices Optometrist in Salem, OR.
Where does Dr. Robert Paluska practice?
Dr. Robert Paluska practices at 1309 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR 973024245. Office phone: 5035852022.
What is Dr. Robert Paluska's NPI?
Dr. Robert Paluska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043345275, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Paluska accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Robert Paluska does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Paluska 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); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.