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John Essinger, OD, MS

Individual provider Optometrist · NPI 1790705424

John Essinger, OD, MS is an Optometry in Birmingham, Alabama. Qualified in 1993, 33 years ago. Practices with Vestavia Eye Care, PC, a 3-clinician group and accepts Medicare assignment. Licensed in Alabama.

Years since qualifying
33
Licensed in
AL
In the registry since
2006
What do these letters mean?
OD — Doctor of Optometry
An optometrist: examines eyes, prescribes glasses and contacts, and treats many eye conditions.
MS — Master of Science
A graduate science degree.

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Practice location Address checks out

2531 Rocky Ridge Rd Ste 116
Birmingham, AL 35243-4445
Phone: (205) 978-4088
Fax: (205) 978-4085
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Specialties & licences

Optometrist (primary) Taxonomy 152W00000X · Licence S770TA218 (AL)

Record details

NPI number1790705424
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderMale
Credentials OD , MS
Sole proprietorNo
NPI enumeratedJuly 19, 2006
Last updated in NPPESMarch 12, 2013
Mailing address2531 Rocky Ridge Rd, Suite 116, Birmingham, AL 35243-4445

Medicare enrollment

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

Medicare specialtyOPTOMETRY
Medical schoolOTHER
Graduated 1993 (33 years in practice)
Group practice Vestavia Eye Care, P.C. — 3 clinicians
Accepts Medicare assignment Yes — accepts the Medicare-approved amount
Practice locations2 on file with Medicare

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