Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Nielson, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist · Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist · Pediatric Optometrist · Sports Vision Optometrist · Vision Therapy Optometrist · Occupational Vision Optometrist · Spokane, WA
- NPI 1598295149
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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322 W North River Dr
Spokane, WA 992013208
(509) 324-6464 - Additional location
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4815 N Assembly St
Spokane, WA 992056185
(509) 434-7250
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 28, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Washington #OD60876418 · Idaho #100413
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598295149. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
13
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$1,009
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 12 | $78 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Spokane Optometrist, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
287
Patients
54
Total drug cost
$8,133
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 156 | 43 | $2,105 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 41 | 11 | $840 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 35 | 0 | $522 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $666 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 20 | 0 | $3,815 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $184 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Nielson's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Nielson practices Optometrist in Spokane, WA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Nielson practice?
Dr. Benjamin Nielson practices at 322 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA 992013208. Office phone: 5093246464.
What is Dr. Benjamin Nielson's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Nielson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598295149, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Nielson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Nielson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Nielson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.