Provider Profile
Michaela M. Chavez, O.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Chavez
Listed in the NPI registry as an optometrist, Michaela M. Chavez, O.D. practices in Santa Cruz, CA. Michaela graduated from University of California - School of Optometry in 2013. According to Medicare claims data, Michaela cared for 928 Medicare patients across 981 services.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Source: NPPES NPI Registry
Contact Information
- (831) 458-5640
- Email not available
Practice Locations
2025 SOQUEL AVE
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Optometry generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Astigmatism
- Dry eye
- Nearsightedness
- Pink eye
- Presbyopia
Contact lens issues
- Contact Lens Intolerance
Cornea conditions
- Keratoconus
- Pterygium
Corneal issues
- Corneal Neovascularization
- Eye Sunburn
Eye conditions
- Broken Blood Vessel in Eye
Eye discomfort
- Burning Eyes
- Discharge from Eye
- Red Eyes
Eye diseases
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal Tear Symptoms
Eye infections
- Corneal ulcer
Eye inflammation
- Iritis
Eye injuries
- Corneal abrasion
- Foreign Object in Eye
Eye irritation
- Eye Allergies
- Eye Pain
- Watery Eyes
Eye surface issues
- Yellow Bump on Eye
Eyelid conditions
- Blepharitis
- Drooping eyelid
- Eye Twitching
- Stye
Eyelid issues
- Chalazion
- Ectropion
- Entropion
- Eyelash Lice or Dandruff
Pediatric eye conditions
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
Pupil issues
- Unequal Pupil Sizes
Tear duct issues
- Blocked tear duct
Vision changes
- Blurry Vision
- Color Blindness
- Distorted Vision
- Double Vision
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Halos Around Lights
- Light Sensitivity
- Night Blindness
- Posterior vitreous detachment
- Tunnel Vision
- Visual Migraines
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Contact lens fitting
- Dry eye treatment
- Eye exam
- Glasses prescription
Contact lens exams
- Bifocal or Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting
- Contact Lens Training
- Plano (Non-Prescription) Colored Contact Lens Exam
- Toric Contact Lens Fitting
Dry eye treatments
- Autologous Serum Eye Drops Fitting
- IPL for Dry Eye
- LipiFlow Treatment
- Meibomian Gland Expression
Examinations
- Comprehensive medical eye examination
- Diabetic Eye Exam
- DMV Vision Test
- Low Vision Assessment
- Pediatric Eye Exam
Eyelid care
- Eyelid Deep Cleaning
Eyelid treatments
- Stye Removal
General exams
- School Vision Screening Follow-Up
Glasses and eyewear
- Blue Light Glasses Consultation
- Eyeglass Frame Adjustment and Repair
- Prescription Sunglasses Consultation
- Prism Eyeglasses Fitting
Imaging & tests
- Color Vision Testing
- Corneal topography
- Coronary optical coherence tomography
- Eye-pressure measurement
- Pachymetry
- Retinal photography
- Visual Field Test
Imaging and scans
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Minor procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Placement
- Tear Duct Plugs
Specialty lenses
- Ortho-K
- RGP Contact Lens Fitting
- Scleral Lens Fitting
Surgical evaluations
- Cataract Evaluation
- Corneal Cross-Linking Evaluation
- LASIK Consultation
- PRK Evaluation
Tear duct procedures
- Flushing of Tear Ducts
Therapy
- Sports Vision Training
- Vision Therapy
Urgent care
- Emergency Eye Care
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Vision correction
- Myopia Management
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
981 services · 928 patients · 12 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
13 |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
226 |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
128 |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
109 |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
68 |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
51 |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
14 |
| Exam of visual field with limited testing | Treatment | 92081 |
11 |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
220 |
| New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99203 |
64 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other optometrists at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 2
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 30 related providers in 4 groups
Other optometrists in Santa Cruz 6
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at University of California - School of Optometry 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2013 at University of California - School of Optometry 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of eyelashes using forceps 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Michaela M. Chavez specialize in?
Michaela M. Chavez is an optometrist in Santa Cruz, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
Where is Michaela M. Chavez located?
Michaela M. Chavez is listed at 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Michaela M. Chavez's phone number?
The number on file is (831) 458-5640. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Michaela M. Chavez's NPI number?
Michaela M. Chavez's National Provider Identifier is 1083055750. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Michaela M. Chavez train?
Michaela M. Chavez attended University of California - School of Optometry, graduating in 2013. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Michaela M. Chavez been practicing?
Michaela M. Chavez has 13 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2013, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Michaela M. Chavez do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Michaela M. Chavez performs procedures including removal of eyelashes using forceps; provides treatments such as established patient complete exam of visual system and new patient complete exam of visual system, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Michaela M. Chavez confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Michaela M. Chavez. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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