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DR. RITA ELLEN KLINGER O.D.
NPI 1093708463
Optometrist in Valley View, PA

Active since August 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1170 W MAIN ST, VALLEY VIEW, PA 17983(570) 682-3456(570) 682-8231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Rita Ellen Klinger O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RITA ELLEN KLINGER O.D. (NPI 1093708463) is an individual optometrist in Valley View, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OEG000601) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093708463
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RITA ELLEN KLINGERCredential: O.D.
Location Address1170 W MAIN STValley View, PA 17983-9416
Mailing AddressPo Box 647Valley View, PA 17983-0647 · (570) 682-3456
Phone(570) 682-3456
Fax(570) 682-8231
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 2024
NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2024
✔ NPI 1093708463 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · OEG000601
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
1170 W MAIN ST, Valley View, PA 17983
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Rita Ellen Klinger O.d.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rita Ellen Klinger O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID648305557
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100726000028
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
149 services148 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
22 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17983 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

RHOADS, MATZ, USUKA, P.C.
Optometrist
1170 W MAIN ST
VALLEY VIEW, PA 17983
Schuylkill County (570) 682-3456

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Rita Klinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rita Klinger is 1093708463. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2005. The provider is also known as Dr. Rita Ellen Klinger O.D..

Where is Rita Klinger located?

Rita Klinger practices at 1170 W Main St, Valley View, PA 17983. The listed phone number is (570) 682-3456.

What is Rita Klinger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Rita Klinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rita Klinger is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Rita Klinger accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list Rita Klinger as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rita Klinger was last updated on October 13, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.