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DR. ALAN E. KURFIRST O.D.
NPI 1245338243
Optometrist in New York, NY

Active since September 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
405 LEXINGTON AVE, ARCADE LEVEL, NEW YORK, NY 10174(212) 687-2054(212) 922-1741 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Alan E. Kurfirst O.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALAN E. KURFIRST O.D. (NPI 1245338243) is an individual optometrist in New York, New York, licensed in New York (3993) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245338243
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN E. KURFIRSTCredential: O.D.
Location Address405 LEXINGTON AVE, ARCADE LEVELNew York, NY 10174-0002
Mailing Address405 Lexington Ave, Arcade LevelNew York, NY 10174-0002 · (212) 687-2054 · Fax (212) 922-1741
Phone(212) 687-2054
Fax(212) 922-1741
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 2022
✔ NPI 1245338243 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 NY · 3993
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.
405 LEXINGTON AVE, New York, NY 10174
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Alan E. Kurfirst O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4587744644
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080102000631
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 5

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.

Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
19 services19 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
17 services17 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
15 services15 patients
Exam of visual field with intermediate testing 92082
An exam of the visual field with intermediate testing is a procedure that checks your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to identify blind spots which could be a sign of eye diseases. This non-invasive test is painless and quick.
13 services13 patients
Ct scan of cornea 92025
A CT scan of the cornea is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed pictures of your eye's cornea. It helps in diagnosing diseases or damage, planning for surgery, or evaluating the results of a treatment. It's a safe and painless procedure.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10174 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
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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 19

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

DR. SACHI DESAI PATEL D.D.S
Dentist (General Practice)
405 LEXINGTON AVE, TOWER SUITE 6900
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (571) 216-2743
MRS. JANA KREHEL PHARM. DR
Pharmacist
405 LEXINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (212) 808-4743
DR. JANE SONG D.D.S
Dentist (General Practice)
405 LEXINGTON AVE, SUITE 6900
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (206) 335-8594
DR. IRENE KAKOSYAN D.D.S.
Dentist (General Practice)
405 LEXINGTON AVE, FLOOR 21
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (212) 661-9777
DR. KENN MARTIN KAKOSIAN I D.D.S.
Dentist
405 LEXINGTON AVE, THE CHRYSLER BLD, 21 FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (212) 661-9777
MADALINA M. MANEA DDS, P.C.
Dentist (General Practice)
405 LEXINGTON AVE, TOWER SUITE 6900
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (212) 750-3988
V PARK PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Oncology)
405 LEXINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (646) 888-5784
MICHAEL DE GIGLIO RPH
Pharmacist
405 LEXINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10174
New York County (212) 808-4743

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 Alan Kurfirst's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Kurfirst is 1245338243. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2006.

Where is Alan Kurfirst located?

Alan Kurfirst practices at 405 Lexington Ave Arcade Level, New York, NY 10174. The listed phone number is (212) 687-2054.

What is Alan Kurfirst's specialty?

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

Is Alan Kurfirst enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan Kurfirst is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Alan Kurfirst accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Providence Health Plan list Alan Kurfirst 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 Alan Kurfirst was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.