DR. RONALD MICHAEL KICHURA O.D.
NPI 1457341034
Optometrist in Elmendorf Afb, AK

Q: What is Ronald Kichura's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Kichura is 1457341034. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Q: What is Ronald Kichura's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Kichura was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS Enrolled

83.23/100

CMS Quality Rating

5955 ZEAMER AVE, 3 MDG OPTOMETRY CLINIC, ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506(907) 580-1150(907) 580-1152 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

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About Dr. Ronald Michael Kichura O.d. NPPES

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

DR. RONALD MICHAEL KICHURA O.D. (NPI 1457341034) is an individual optometrist in Elmendorf Afb, Alaska, licensed in Alaska (AA 182) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457341034

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RONALD MICHAEL KICHURACredential: O.D.

Location Address5955 ZEAMER AVE, 3 MDG OPTOMETRY CLINICElmendorf Afb, AK 99506-3702

Mailing Address9612 Saint George CirEagle River, AK 99577-8648 · (907) 696-0929 · Fax (907) 580-1152

Phone(907) 580-1150

Fax(907) 580-1152

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1457341034 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 AK · AA 182

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.

5955 ZEAMER AVE, Elmendorf Afb, AK 99506

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Ronald Michael Kichura O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Ronald Kichura reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southcentral Foundation

1.4 mi

Multi-Specialty

9131 CENTENNIAL CIR
Anchorage, AK 99504

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
459 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1306503578 (907) 729-4955

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium

4.2 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

4315 DIPLOMACY DR
Anchorage, AK 99508

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
1,373 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1437189339 (907) 563-2662

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 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 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.

43 services42 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

25 services20 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99506 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

$168.20 typical visit price

range $71.33 – $222.64

Typical copayment $42.05 (range $17.83 – $55.66)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$90.40 typical visit price

range $21.84 – $181.48

Typical copayment $22.60 (range $5.46 – $45.37)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

83.23/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

77.2

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

50.24

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. AUDREA DONETA WILLIAMS M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-6552

DR. IAN CIRASUNDA DETTMAN PHARMD

Pharmacist

5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-6800

DR. BRIAN G ROGERS MD

Emergency Medicine

5955 ZEAMER AVE, 3RD MD6
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-5555

MS. MONIQUE CELINE GASSEK ATC

Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)

5955 ZEAMER AVE
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (603) 915-7141

RACHELLE GOEBEL

Dietitian, Registered

5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-4050

DR. DAVID JOSEPH SHAW D.O.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

5955 ZEAMER AVE, 673D MDG
JBER ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-1011

ELDON SNYDER D.O.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-6760

DR. KIMPREET KAUR

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)

5955 ZEAMER AVE
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506

Anchorage Municipality (907) 580-7246

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 Ronald Kichura's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Kichura is 1457341034. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is Ronald Kichura located?

Ronald Kichura practices at 5955 Zeamer Ave 3 Mdg Optometry Clinic, Elmendorf Afb, AK 99506. The listed phone number is (907) 580-1150.

What is Ronald Kichura's specialty?

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

Is Ronald Kichura enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Kichura is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ronald Kichura's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ronald Kichura reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Southcentral Foundation (Anchorage, AK) and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (Anchorage, AK). Each 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 Ronald Kichura's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Kichura was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.