AVANI DAVE OD, FAAO – NPI #1285157966
Optometrist
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
AVANI DAVE is an optometrist located in BUFFALO, NY. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1285157966 to AVANI DAVE on July 25, 2017. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. According to the NPI Registry, there are 2 additional location(s) assigned to this provider which are listed below. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 152WC0802X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management
The NPI profile was previously updated about 3 years ago on Feb 13, 2023. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for AVANI DAVE below.
NPI Profile for
AVANI DAVE
(about 9 years ago)
BUFFALO, NY 14209-2102 Phone: (716) 677-6500 Fax: (716) 677-6507
2 Other location(s):
Amherst, NY 14226-1645
Phone: (716) 881-7900
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Phone: (716) 677-6500 Ext: 100
Fax: (716) 677-6507
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A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 152WC0802X - Optometrist / Corneal and Contact Management (Primary) |
NY | 8876TUV |
| 152W00000X - Optometrist |
MA | 5237 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
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