PARAG KANITKAR OD
NPI 1689745218
Optometrist in Bristol, TN

Q: What is Parag Kanitkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Parag Kanitkar is 1689745218. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 13, 2006.

Q: What is Parag Kanitkar's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Parag Kanitkar was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.

Active since November 13, 2006PECOS Enrolled

1262 VOLUNTEER PKWY, BRISTOL, TN 37620(423) 989-3737(423) 989-9513 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Parag Kanitkar Od NPPES

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

PARAG KANITKAR OD (NPI 1689745218) is an individual optometrist in Bristol, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (OD1625) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689745218

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NamePARAG KANITKARCredential: OD

Location Address1262 VOLUNTEER PKWYBristol, TN 37620-4628

Mailing Address11103 West Ave, Suite 6San Antonio, TX 78213-1370 · (210) 524-6663 · Fax (210) 524-6587

Phone(423) 989-3737

Fax(423) 989-9513

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateNovember 13, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007

✔ NPI 1689745218 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 TN · OD1625

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.

1262 VOLUNTEER PKWY, Bristol, TN 37620

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN3941265TN

Medicaid3941263TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.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 (PECOS)

Parag Kanitkar Od 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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37620 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.01 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

TN DOCTORS OF OPTOMETRY, PLLC

Eyewear Supplier

1262 VOLUNTEER PKWY
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 989-3737

KRISTOPHER MCFEE OD

Optometrist

1262 VOLUNTEER PKWY
BRISTOL, TN 37620

Sullivan County (423) 989-3737

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 Parag Kanitkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Parag Kanitkar is 1689745218. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 13, 2006.

Where is Parag Kanitkar located?

Parag Kanitkar practices at 1262 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, TN 37620. The listed phone number is (423) 989-3737.

What is Parag Kanitkar's specialty?

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

Is Parag Kanitkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Parag Kanitkar is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Parag Kanitkar accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee list Parag Kanitkar 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 Parag Kanitkar was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.