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DR. KIDANE H. ASSEFA MD
NPI 1720185184
Ophthalmology in St. Thomas, VI

Active since September 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
THE EYE CLINIC, ST. THOMAS, VI 00803(340) 774-1531(340) 774-3704 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Kidane H. Assefa Md NPPES

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

DR. KIDANE H. ASSEFA MD (NPI 1720185184) is an individual ophthalmology provider in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, licensed in Virgin Islands (1290) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720185184
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KIDANE H. ASSEFACredential: MD
Location AddressTHE EYE CLINICSt. Thomas, VI 00803
Mailing AddressPo Box 302682St Thomas, VI 00803-2682 · (340) 775-6552
Phone(340) 774-1531
Fax(340) 774-3704
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1720185184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in VI · 1290
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
THE EYE CLINIC, St. Thomas, VI 00803
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINH85494VI

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. Kidane H. Assefa Md 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 ID7810957867
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041013001278
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 6

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
231 services187 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.
147 services123 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
69 services68 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.
35 services35 patients
New patient problem focused exam of visual system 92002
A new patient problem-focused exam of the visual system is a basic evaluation of your eyes and vision. It includes checking your eye movements, visual acuity, and general eye health. It helps detect any potential issues early for timely treatment.
23 services23 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.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00803 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.

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 Kidane Assefa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kidane Assefa is 1720185184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Where is Kidane Assefa located?

Kidane Assefa practices at The Eye Clinic, St. Thomas, VI 00803. The listed phone number is (340) 774-1531.

What is Kidane Assefa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Kidane Assefa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kidane Assefa 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 Kidane Assefa 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.