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JULIA KITCHENS O.D.
NPI 1245894229
Optometrist in St Johnsbury, VT

Active since April 25, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
468 HOSPITAL DR, ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819(802) 748-3536(802) 748-4838 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 22, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 19, 2022, Jan 13, 2022, Jun 6, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Julia Kitchens O.d. NPPES

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

JULIA KITCHENS O.D. (NPI 1245894229) is an individual optometrist in St Johnsbury, Vermont, licensed in Vermont (030.0133956) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245894229
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameJULIA KITCHENSCredential: O.D.
Location Address468 HOSPITAL DRSt Johnsbury, VT 05819-9225
Mailing Address468 Hospital DrSt Johnsbury, VT 05819-9225 · (802) 748-3536 · Fax (802) 748-4838
Phone(802) 748-3536
Fax(802) 748-4838
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 22, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 22, 2022
✔ NPI 1245894229 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VT · 030.0133956✔ Licensed in MO · 2019018360✔ Licensed in NH · 1057
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.
468 HOSPITAL DR, St Johnsbury, VT 05819
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Julia Kitchens 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 ID8022342278
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220216002160
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Julia Kitchens reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Shippee Family Eye Care PC
Same address
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
St Johnsbury, VT 05819
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Vermont and New Hampshire enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1114526928 (New Hampshire)
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023407467 (802) 748-3536

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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 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.
339 services339 patients
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.
278 services212 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.
274 services256 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.
168 services118 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
137 services121 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
111 services100 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 05819 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.80 – $168.48
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.95 – $42.12)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.56 typical visit price
range $18.08 – $137.84
Typical copayment $17.39 (range $4.52 – $34.46)
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 8

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

SHIPPEE FAMILY EYE CARE PC
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536
THE SURGICAL CENTER AT SHIPPEE FAMILY EYE CARE LLC
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (603) 788-3561
ERICA MICHELLE GUELETTE OD
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536
DR. JENNIFER LYN BOGGIE O.D.
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536
ABIGAIL BERNIER OD
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536
DR. MOLLY JOAN KING -GOVE OD
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 223-7723
KARENA SHIPPEE OD
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536
DR. RICHARD L. LEVEN O.D.
Optometrist
468 HOSPITAL DR
ST JOHNSBURY, VT 05819
Caledonia County (802) 748-3536

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 Julia Kitchens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Julia Kitchens is 1245894229. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2019.

Where is Julia Kitchens located?

Julia Kitchens practices at 468 Hospital Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 05819. The listed phone number is (802) 748-3536.

What is Julia Kitchens's specialty?

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

Is Julia Kitchens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Julia Kitchens 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Julia Kitchens's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Julia Kitchens reassigns Medicare benefits to Shippee Family Eye Care PC (St Johnsbury, VT). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Julia Kitchens's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Julia Kitchens accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care list Julia Kitchens 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 Julia Kitchens was last updated on March 22, 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.