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DR. CHRISTINE MALLARI TARUC OD
NPI 1871153031
Optometrist in Matawan, NJ

Active since June 19, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
935 STATE ROUTE 34, MATAWAN, NJ 07747(732) 583-9797 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Christine Mallari Taruc Od NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTINE MALLARI TARUC OD (NPI 1871153031) is an individual optometrist in Matawan, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (27OA00687300) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871153031
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTINE MALLARI TARUCCredential: OD
Location Address935 STATE ROUTE 34Matawan, NJ 07747-3283
Mailing Address24 Cedar Knoll RdJackson, NJ 08527-1196 · (732) 688-4656
Phone(732) 583-9797
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2019
✔ NPI 1871153031 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 NJ · 27OA00687300
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.
935 STATE ROUTE 34, Matawan, NJ 07747
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christine Mallari Taruc 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 ID5698001238
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190719001978
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Christine Taruc reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Steve H. Silberberg, O.D., LLC
Same address
Optometrist
935 ROUTE 34, SUITE 1A
Matawan, NJ 07747
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851621403 (732) 583-9797

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 4

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.
55 services49 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.
50 services50 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.
22 services22 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).
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07747 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 Christine Taruc's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Taruc is 1871153031. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2019.

Where is Christine Taruc located?

Christine Taruc practices at 935 State Route 34, Matawan, NJ 07747. The listed phone number is (732) 583-9797.

What is Christine Taruc's specialty?

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

Is Christine Taruc enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Taruc 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 organization bills Medicare for Christine Taruc's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christine Taruc reassigns Medicare benefits to Steve H. Silberberg, O.D., LLC (Matawan, NJ). The 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 Christine Taruc's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christine Taruc accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 9 other insurers list Christine Taruc 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 Christine Taruc was last updated on June 19, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.