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KARA COOK RITCHEY O.D.
NPI 1891791307
Optometrist in Huntingdon, PA

Active since June 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.45/100
CMS Quality Rating
828 WASHINGTON ST, HUNTINGDON, PA 16652(814) 643-2020(814) 641-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 24, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Kara Cook Ritchey O.d. NPPES

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

KARA COOK RITCHEY O.D. (NPI 1891791307) is an individual optometrist in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OEG000247) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891791307
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameKARA COOK RITCHEYCredential: O.D.
Location Address828 WASHINGTON STHuntingdon, PA 16652-1726
Mailing Address2480 Miller AveHuntingdon, PA 16652-9704 · (814) 643-3082 · Fax (814) 641-2020
Phone(814) 643-2020
Fax(814) 641-2020
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 24, 2008
✔ NPI 1891791307 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 PA · OEG000247
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.
828 WASHINGTON ST, Huntingdon, PA 16652
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified13657PA
Medicare PIN410042785PA
Medicare UPINU71608PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Kara Cook Ritchey O.d. 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 ID5496790479
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050621000337
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 8

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.
183 services166 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
108 services94 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.
97 services92 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.
72 services52 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).
29 services22 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.
27 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16652 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

98.45/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality96.9
Improvement Activities40

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%27 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.

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.

SHANNON R WINSTEAD O.D.
Optometrist
828 WASHINGTON ST
HUNTINGDON, PA 16652
Huntingdon County (814) 643-2020
HUNTINGDON VISION CENTER LTD
Optometrist
828 WASHINGTON ST
HUNTINGDON, PA 16652
Huntingdon County (814) 643-2020

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 Kara Ritchey's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Ritchey is 1891791307. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2005.

Where is Kara Ritchey located?

Kara Ritchey practices at 828 Washington St, Huntingdon, PA 16652. The listed phone number is (814) 643-2020.

What is Kara Ritchey's specialty?

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

Is Kara Ritchey enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Ritchey 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 Kara Ritchey 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 3 other insurers list Kara Ritchey 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 Kara Ritchey was last updated on September 24, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.