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DR. LAVERDA MONIQUE RICHARDS O.D.
NPI 1497959456
Optometrist in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 13, 2007PECOS Enrolled
3212 W CHELTENHAM AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19150(215) 885-1200(215) 885-8807 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2021, May 28, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Laverda Monique Richards O.d. NPPES

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

DR. LAVERDA MONIQUE RICHARDS O.D. (NPI 1497959456) is an individual optometrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Guam (OL-049) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497959456
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAVERDA MONIQUE RICHARDSCredential: O.D.
Location Address3212 W CHELTENHAM AVEPhiladelphia, PA 19150-1003
Mailing Address1316 W Chester Pike Apt C7West Chester, PA 19382-6435 · (610) 761-4760
Phone(215) 885-1200
Fax(215) 885-8807
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2021
✔ NPI 1497959456 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 GU · OL-049✔ Licensed in PA · OE008223T✔ Licensed in DE · 13-0001387
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.
3212 W CHELTENHAM AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19150
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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, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Laverda Monique Richards 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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Laverda Richards reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nostalgic Eyecare Inc
2.5 mi
Health Service
1319 BRUCE RD, APARTMENT B
Oreland, PA 19075
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Nostalgic Eye Care Inc
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1417300849 (718) 825-2067
Eye Physicians & Surgeons, PA
31 mi
Ophthalmology
1207 N SCOTT ST
Wilmington, DE 19806
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Delaware enrollment
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1972695435 (302) 652-3353
Simon Eye Associates PA
36 mi
Optometrist
5301 LIMESTONE RD STE 128
Wilmington, DE 19808
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Delaware enrollment
  • 45 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205871506 (302) 239-1933
General Conference Corp Of Sda
Clinic/Center
388 YPAO RD
Tamuning, GU 96913
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Guam enrollment
  • 105 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275586877 (671) 646-8881

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.
59 services59 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.
37 services33 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.
29 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19150 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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 2

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

PREMIERVISION LASER CENTER, INC.
Ophthalmology
3212 W CHELTENHAM AVE
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19150
Philadelphia County (215) 657-5044
CORDELIA NKOLIKA UDDOH MD
Ophthalmology
3212 W CHELTENHAM AVE
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19150
Philadelphia County (215) 657-5044

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 Laverda Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laverda Richards is 1497959456. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2007.

Where is Laverda Richards located?

Laverda Richards practices at 3212 W Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150. The listed phone number is (215) 885-1200.

What is Laverda Richards's specialty?

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

Is Laverda Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laverda Richards is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Laverda Richards's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laverda Richards reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Nostalgic Eyecare Inc (Oreland, PA), Eye Physicians & Surgeons, PA (Wilmington, DE), Simon Eye Associates PA (Wilmington, DE) and General Conference Corp Of Sda (Tamuning, GU). 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 Laverda Richards's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laverda Richards accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Laverda Richards 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 Laverda Richards was last updated on July 13, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.