KENNETH A SHUSTER OD
NPI 1821074923
Optometrist in Ventnor, NJ

Active since December 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4827 ATLANTIC AVE, VENTNOR, NJ 08406(609) 487-0010(609) 487-0163 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Kenneth A Shuster Od NPPES

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

KENNETH A SHUSTER OD (NPI 1821074923) is an individual optometrist in Ventnor, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (03856) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821074923
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH A SHUSTERCredential: OD
Location Address4827 ATLANTIC AVEVentnor, NJ 08406-3004
Mailing Address4827 Atlantic AveVentnor, NJ 08406-3004 · (609) 487-0010 · Fax (609) 487-0163
Fax(609) 487-0163
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 2011
NPI 1821074923 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in NJ · 03856
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.
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License 24500 (NJ)
4827 ATLANTIC AVE, Ventnor, NJ 08406

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINU26653NJ
Other222832881NJ · Ein
Medicaid1867008NJ
Other0613460002NJ · Other
Medicare PIN428485NJ

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kenneth A Shuster 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 ID1052349958
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050802000136
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 3

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.
57 services57 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.
26 services26 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.
21 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08406 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
$140.34 typical visit price
range $61.59 – $185.05
Typical copayment $35.08 (range $15.39 – $46.26)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.45 typical visit price
range $20.08 – $150.98
Typical copayment $19.11 (range $5.02 – $37.74)
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 Kenneth Shuster's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Shuster is 1821074923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2005.

Where is Kenneth Shuster located?

Kenneth Shuster practices at 4827 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor, NJ 08406. The listed phone number is (609) 487-0010.

What is Kenneth Shuster's specialty?

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

Is Kenneth Shuster enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Shuster 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 Kenneth Shuster accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Kenneth Shuster 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 Kenneth Shuster was last updated on July 27, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.