Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh, OD - Medicare Optometrist in Christiansted, VI

Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh, OD is a medicare enrolled "Optometrist" provider in Christiansted, Virgin Island. She graduated from medical school in 2003 and has 21 years of diverse experience with area of expertise as Optometry. She is a member of the group practice Ophthalmology Consultants, Pc and her current practice location is Island Medical Center, Sunny Isle, Christiansted, Virgin Island. You can reach out to her office (for appointments etc.) via phone at (340) 773-2020.

Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh is licensed to practice in Virgin Island (license number 38) and she also participates in the medicare program. She accepts medicare assignments (which means she accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance) and her NPI Number is 1497971550.

Contact Information

Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh, OD
Island Medical Center, Sunny Isle,
Christiansted, VI 00823
(340) 773-2020
Not Available



Healthcare Provider's Profile

Full NameDr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh
GenderFemale
SpecialityOptometry
Experience21 Years
LocationIsland Medical Center, Christiansted, Virgin Island
Accepts Medicare AssignmentsYes. She accepts the Medicare-approved amount; you will not be billed for any more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.
  Medical Education and Training:
  • Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh graduated from medical school in 2003
  NPI Data:
  • NPI Number: 1497971550
  • Provider Enumeration Date: 04/17/2007
  • Last Update Date: 07/08/2007
  Medicare PECOS Information:
  • PECOS PAC ID: 5698915874
  • Enrollment ID: I20130711000535

Medical Identifiers

Medical identifiers for Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh such as npi, medicare ID, medicare PIN, medicaid, etc.
IdentifierTypeStateIssuer
1497971550NPI-NPPES

Medical Taxonomies and Licenses

TaxonomyTypeLicense (State)Status
152W00000XOptometrist 38 (Virgin Island)Primary

Group Practice Association

Group Practice NameGroup PECOS PAC IDNo. of Members
Ophthalmology Consultants, Pc97393402338

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Provider NameOphthalmology Consultants, Pc
Provider TypePart B Supplier - Clinic/group Practice
Provider IdentifiersNPI Number: 1699045849
PECOS PAC ID: 9739340233
Enrollment ID: O20120410000370

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Mailing Address and Practice Location

Mailing AddressPractice Location Address
Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh, OD
Po Box 5996,
Christiansted, VI 00823-5996

Ph: (340) 773-2020
Dr Ria Amita Lutchmeesingh, OD
Island Medical Center, Sunny Isle,
Christiansted, VI 00823

Ph: (340) 773-2020

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Practice Location: 4500 Sion Farm, Unit 2, Christiansted, VI 00820
Phone: 340-773-2020    Fax: 340-778-0977
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Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: Island Medical Center Sunny Isle, 4500 Sion Ferm, Christiansted, VI 00820
Phone: 340-778-4686    Fax: 340-778-0977
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Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 4500 Sion Farm, Unit #2, Christiansted, VI 00820
Phone: 340-773-2020    
Dr. Lisa Ellen Adams, O.D.
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Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: Sterling Optical 3000 Golden Rock Shopping Center, Suite 14, Christiansted, VI 00820
Phone: 340-773-8880    Fax: 340-773-8433
Plessen Healthcare, Llc
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Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 5 Orange Grove, Christiansted, VI 00820
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Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
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