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Ophthalmology

Michael R. Oswald, MD

Sees patients in Sylva, NC · Asheville, NC · North Carolina

Summary

Michael R. Oswald, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Sylva, NC and Asheville, NC. NPI 1720073224. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Michael R. Oswald, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
31Years since medical school (graduated 1995)
Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Asheville Eye Associates PLLCGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Michael R. Oswald see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Sylva, NC and Asheville, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Michael R. Oswald's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Michael R. Oswald accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Michael R. Oswald accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Michael R. Oswald?
(828) 258-1586, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Michael R. Oswald's NPI number?
1720073224. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Michael R. Oswald is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Michael R. Oswald as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Asheville Eye Associates PLLC23 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Sylva

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Sylva, NC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
Graduation year1995
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1720073224
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians