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DR. GARY RICHARD FINKELSTEIN M.D.
NPI 1962475939
Ophthalmology in Streator, IL

Active since February 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
102 W ELM ST, STREATOR, IL 61364(815) 672-4600(815) 672-3333 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GARY RICHARD FINKELSTEIN M.D. (NPI 1962475939) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Streator, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036-073239) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr, and is a graduate of R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962475939
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GARY RICHARD FINKELSTEINCredential: M.D.
Location Address102 W ELM STStreator, IL 61364-2127
Mailing Address102 W Elm StStreator, IL 61364-2127 · (815) 672-4600 · Fax (815) 672-3333
Phone(815) 672-4600
Fax(815) 672-3333
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateFebruary 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 2018
✔ NPI 1962475939 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036-073239✔ Licensed in IL · 036073239
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.
102 W ELM ST, Streator, IL 61364
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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

Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein M.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 ID8729056049
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240311002105
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 12

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.
627 services592 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.
334 services228 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
268 services218 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.
239 services218 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).
234 services231 patients
Microfluid analysis of tears 83861
Microfluid analysis of tears involves collecting a small tear sample to examine its composition. This procedure can help detect health issues like dry eye disease, inflammation, or other eye conditions. It's a non-invasive, painless method for monitoring eye health.
157 services75 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Ottawa, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140110
Location1100 E Norris DriveOttawa, IL 61350 · La Salle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 61364 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
$127.46 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

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.

FINKELSTEIN EYE CARE PLLC
Ophthalmology
102 W ELM ST
STREATOR, IL 61364
Lasalle County (815) 672-4600
DR. ROBERT PATRICK PODE D.O.
Ophthalmology
102 W ELM ST
STREATOR, IL 61364
Lasalle County (815) 672-4600

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 Gary Finkelstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Finkelstein is 1962475939. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 9, 2006.

Where is Gary Finkelstein located?

Gary Finkelstein practices at 102 W Elm St, Streator, IL 61364. The listed phone number is (815) 672-4600.

What is Gary Finkelstein's specialty?

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

Is Gary Finkelstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gary Finkelstein 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.

Is Gary Finkelstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gary Finkelstein is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Mdl Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gary Finkelstein was last updated on October 4, 2018. 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.