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Dr. John Ernest Helsel, OD

Individual provider Optometrist · NPI 1265589584

Dr. John Ernest Helsel, OD is an Optometry in Palos Heights, Illinois. Graduated from Illinois College of Optometry at Chicago in 1976, 50 years ago. Practices as a sole proprietor. Licensed in Illinois.

Years since qualifying
50
Trained at
Illinois College of Optometry at Chicago
Licensed in
IL
In the registry since
2007
What do these letters mean?
OD — Doctor of Optometry
An optometrist: examines eyes, prescribes glasses and contacts, and treats many eye conditions.

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Practice location Address checks out

7600 W College Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463-1001
Phone: (708) 361-3120
Fax: (708) 361-4047
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Specialties & licences

Optometrist (primary) Taxonomy 152W00000X · Licence 046006927 (IL)

Record details

NPI number1265589584
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderMale
Credentials OD
Sole proprietorYes
NPI enumeratedJanuary 5, 2007
Last updated in NPPESJuly 8, 2007

Medicare enrollment

From the CMS Doctors & Clinicians file — this clinician is enrolled in Medicare.

Medicare specialtyOPTOMETRY
Medical schoolILLINOIS COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY AT CHICAGO
Graduated 1976 (50 years in practice)
Accepts Medicare assignment Not indicated

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