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DR. CHRISTINE CHIZUKO TERADA O.D.
NPI 1275619827
Optometrist in Long Beach, CA

Active since October 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200, LONG BEACH, CA 90815(562) 421-2020(562) 594-4696 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Christine Chizuko Terada O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTINE CHIZUKO TERADA O.D. (NPI 1275619827) is an individual optometrist in Long Beach, California, licensed in California (OPT9749) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275619827
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTINE CHIZUKO TERADACredential: O.D.
Location Address5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200Long Beach, CA 90815-3149
Mailing Address17281 Mill CirHuntington Beach, CA 92647-6210 · (714) 847-3659
Phone(562) 421-2020
Fax(562) 594-4696
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1275619827 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 CA · OPT9749
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.
5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200, Long Beach, CA 90815
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINU76988CA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedWOP9749ACA · Ppin#

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Providence Health Plan.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. Christine Chizuko Terada 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 ID6608810171
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050615000513
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.

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.
58 services56 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.
57 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.
56 services55 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90815 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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 3

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

DR. JILL ANNE GOULD PAJAUD O.D.
Optometrist
5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200
LONG BEACH, CA 90815
Los Angeles County (562) 421-2020
KATHERINE M. TANAKA, M.D., INC.
Ophthalmology
5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200
LONG BEACH, CA 90815
Los Angeles County (562) 421-2020
KATHERINE MARIKO TANAKA M.D.
Ophthalmology
5512 E BRITTON DR STE 200
LONG BEACH, CA 90815
Los Angeles County (562) 421-2020

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 Christine Terada's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Terada is 1275619827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2006.

Where is Christine Terada located?

Christine Terada practices at 5512 E Britton Dr Ste 200, Long Beach, CA 90815. The listed phone number is (562) 421-2020.

What is Christine Terada's specialty?

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

Is Christine Terada enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Terada 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 Christine Terada accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Christine Terada 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 Christine Terada was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.