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

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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: August 23, 2026.

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 and is a graduate of State University Of New York - State College Optometry (1984).

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
Fax(907) 580-1152
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York - State College OptometryGraduated 1984
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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ronald Michael Kichura 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 ID9335560184
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230927000519
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 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
Quality77.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.24

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506
Pharmacist
5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506
Emergency Medicine
5955 ZEAMER AVE, 3RD MD6
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
5955 ZEAMER AVE
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506
Dietitian, Registered
5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
5955 ZEAMER AVE, 673D MDG
JBER ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
5955 ZEAMER AVE
JBER, AK 99506
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
5955 ZEAMER AVE
ELMENDORF AFB, AK 99506

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 system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

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 43 days 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.