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DR. ERIC R RICKER OD
NPI 1649797077
Optometrist in Saint Louis, MO

Active since August 25, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108(314) 362-3937(314) 362-3725 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Nov 15, 2021 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Eric R Ricker Od NPPES

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

DR. ERIC R RICKER OD (NPI 1649797077) is an individual optometrist in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2017020443) and active in the NPI registry since August 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649797077
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIC R RICKERCredential: OD
Location Address4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FLSaint Louis, MO 63108-1495
Mailing AddressPo Box 60352Saint Louis, MO 63160-0352 · (314) 362-3937 · Fax (314) 362-3725
Phone(314) 362-3937
Fax(314) 362-3725
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 20248 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2020
✔ NPI 1649797077 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 MO · 2017020443
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.
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, Saint Louis, MO 63108
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid310059001MO

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. Eric R Ricker 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 ID6709135890
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250416002714
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 9

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.
233 services176 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.
160 services157 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.
91 services88 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).
89 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.
87 services72 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.
77 services77 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63108 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

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. ERIN LEIGH DYER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
DR. NICHOLE GALLEGOS ZEHNDER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
MRS. NANCY J CIBULKA WHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, STE 341
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 454-7882
DR. MARCIA J MCCABE PSYD
Psychologist
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT PSYCHIATRY, STE 441
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 286-1700
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JING-WEI HUANG MD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JILLIAN MEI-LING LIU MD PHD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. DAVID L EISENBERG MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV OBGYN FAMILY PLANNING, STE 710
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-4211

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 Eric Ricker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Ricker is 1649797077. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2017.

Where is Eric Ricker located?

Eric Ricker practices at 4901 Forest Park Ave Dept Ophthalmology, 6th Fl, Saint Louis, MO 63108. The listed phone number is (314) 362-3937.

What is Eric Ricker's specialty?

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

Is Eric Ricker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Ricker 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 Eric Ricker accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Eric Ricker 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 Eric Ricker was last updated on April 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.