RICHARD SALVATORE GRIFASI OD
NPI 1881698116
Optometrist in Lewes, DE

Active since June 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17425 OCEAN ONE PLAZA, UNIT 2, LEWES, DE 19958(302) 644-1039 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard Salvatore Grifasi Od NPPES

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

RICHARD SALVATORE GRIFASI OD (NPI 1881698116) is an individual optometrist in Lewes, Delaware, licensed in Delaware (13-0001203) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Lewes, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881698116
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD SALVATORE GRIFASICredential: OD
Location Address17425 OCEAN ONE PLAZA, UNIT 2Lewes, DE 19958
Mailing Address17425 Ocean One Plaza, Unit 2Lewes, DE 19958-6292 · (302) 644-1039 · Fax (302) 644-4393
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 19, 2019
NPI 1881698116 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 DE · 13-0001203
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.
17425 OCEAN ONE PLAZA, Lewes, DE 19958

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 117252 N Village Main Blvd, Unit 6Lewes, DE 19958-6292 · Phone (302) 644-1039 · Fax (302) 644-4393

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

Richard Salvatore Grifasi 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 ID9739071044
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101019000997
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 5

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 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.
360 services336 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.
144 services133 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.
88 services61 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
55 services55 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.
54 services44 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19958 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
$131.15 typical visit price
range $57.12 – $173.08
Typical copayment $32.78 (range $14.28 – $43.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.19 typical visit price
range $18.36 – $141.05
Typical copayment $17.79 (range $4.59 – $35.26)
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.

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%33 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.

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 Richard Grifasi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Grifasi is 1881698116. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2005.

Where is Richard Grifasi located?

Richard Grifasi practices at 17425 Ocean One Plaza Unit 2, Lewes, DE 19958. The listed phone number is (302) 644-1039.

What is Richard Grifasi's specialty?

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

Is Richard Grifasi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Grifasi 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 Richard Grifasi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware and 1 other insurer list Richard Grifasi 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 Richard Grifasi was last updated on February 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.