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KRYSTAL LEIGH ECKSTEIN O.D.
NPI 1669885422
Optometrist in Fargo, ND

Active since June 09, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
2400 32ND AVE S, FARGO, ND 58103(701) 461-5100(701) 234-8710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 23, 2026, Mar 25, 2026, Mar 5, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Krystal Leigh Eckstein O.d. NPPES

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

KRYSTAL LEIGH ECKSTEIN O.D. (NPI 1669885422) is an individual optometrist in Fargo, North Dakota, licensed in North Dakota (840) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo, and is a graduate of Ferris State College - College Of Optometry (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669885422
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameKRYSTAL LEIGH ECKSTEINCredential: O.D.
Location Address2400 32ND AVE SFargo, ND 58103-5800
Mailing AddressPo Box 5074Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074 · (605) 328-9419
Phone(701) 461-5100
Fax(701) 234-8710
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSFerris State College - College Of OptometryGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1669885422 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 ND · 840✔ Licensed in MN · 3379
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.
2400 32ND AVE S, Fargo, ND 58103
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, HealthPartners, Providence Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Krystal Leigh Eckstein 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 ID8921319245
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150612000780, I20260212000623
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

2

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

Sanford Medical Center Fargo
4.2 mi
Occupational Medicine
3838 12TH AVE N
Fargo, ND 58102
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
  • 1,464 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952323974 (701) 234-4700
Sundell Eye Associates, PA
207 mi
Ophthalmology
602 N 6TH AVE
Virginia, MN 55792
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093027112 (218) 741-4411

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 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 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.
587 services587 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.
195 services184 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.
194 services136 patients
Microfluid analysis of tears 83861
Microfluid analysis of tears involves collecting a small tear sample to examine its composition. This procedure can help detect health issues like dry eye disease, inflammation, or other eye conditions. It's a non-invasive, painless method for monitoring eye health.
132 services53 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).
96 services96 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.
61 services60 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sanford Medical Center Fargo

Acute Care Hospitals · Fargo, ND
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number350011
Location801 Broadway NorthFargo, ND 58122 · Cass County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58103 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
$127.45 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.48 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

74.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost16.1

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%85 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

JASON C MYRMOE MD
Family Medicine
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-8779
DANA L STEGMILLER PA-C
Physician Assistant
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-8830
DARSHAN SINGH KHANGURA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-7980
KIMBERLY CRANDALL RN, BSN, CDE
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-2245
NAOMI SCHULDT DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-2000
RANDALL A KENNINGER MD
Family Medicine
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-8830
SOPHIA JUELL MS
Speech-Language Pathologist
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-4300
JEFFREY ALLEN RONDEAU MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2400 32ND AVE S
FARGO, ND 58103
Cass County (701) 234-8880

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 Krystal Eckstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Krystal Eckstein is 1669885422. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2014.

Where is Krystal Eckstein located?

Krystal Eckstein practices at 2400 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103. The listed phone number is (701) 461-5100.

What is Krystal Eckstein's specialty?

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

Is Krystal Eckstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Krystal Eckstein 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Krystal Eckstein's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Krystal Eckstein reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Sanford Medical Center Fargo (Fargo, ND) and Sundell Eye Associates, PA (Virginia, MN). 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 Krystal Eckstein's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Krystal Eckstein accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, HealthPartners, Providence Health Plan and Sanford Health Plan list Krystal Eckstein 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.

Is Krystal Eckstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Krystal Eckstein is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Krystal Eckstein was last updated on September 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 46 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.