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DR. RIA AMITA LUTCHMEESINGH OD
NPI 1497971550
Optometrist in Christiansted, VI

Active since April 17, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3006 ORANGE GROVE, CHRISTIANSTED, VI 00820(340) 773-2020(340) 774-9590 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh Od NPPES

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

DR. RIA AMITA LUTCHMEESINGH OD (NPI 1497971550) is an individual optometrist in Christiansted, Virgin Islands, licensed in Virgin Islands (38) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497971550
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RIA AMITA LUTCHMEESINGHCredential: OD
Location Address3006 ORANGE GROVEChristiansted, VI 00820
Mailing AddressPo Box 910Christiansted, VI 00821-0910 · (340) 773-2020 · Fax (340) 719-9590
Phone(340) 773-2020
Fax(340) 774-9590
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 2026
NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1497971550 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 VI · 38
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.

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. Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh Od 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 ID5698915874
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130711000535
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 10

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 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.
416 services354 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.
223 services220 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
191 services187 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
104 services99 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.
84 services83 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.
46 services43 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00820 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
$130.65 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.88 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $17.72 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$52.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d, per lens V2200
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier12 claims20 services$54.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d, per lens V2300
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier16 claims30 services$69.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY CAPRIOTTI MD OPHTHALMOLOGIST
Ophthalmology
3006 ORANGE GROVE
CHRISTIANSTED, VI 00820
St. Croix Island (340) 773-2015
OPHTHALMOLOGY CONSULTANTS, PC
Ophthalmology
3006 ORANGE GROVE
CHRISTIANSTED, VI 00820
St. Croix Island (340) 773-2015

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 Ria Lutchmeesingh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ria Lutchmeesingh is 1497971550. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2007.

Where is Ria Lutchmeesingh located?

Ria Lutchmeesingh practices at 3006 Orange Grove, Christiansted, VI 00820. The listed phone number is (340) 773-2020.

What is Ria Lutchmeesingh's specialty?

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

Is Ria Lutchmeesingh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ria Lutchmeesingh 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 Ria Lutchmeesingh was last updated on April 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.