Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Rita Ellent, O.D.

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Jackson Heights, NY

  • NPI 1649278953
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 29 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
8325 37Th Ave
Jackson Heights, NY 113727320
(718) 426-2725
Mailing address
12 Station Sq
Forest Hills, NY 113755234

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
July 17, 2013
Year of graduation
1997 — 29 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New York #VUT005856
Medicaid
NY #02287781

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649278953. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
554
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$45,152
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92285 Photography of content of eyes 155 99 $28
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 152 92 $146
92250 Photography of the retina 94 84 $40
92201 Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing 41 40 $28
68761 Closure of tear duct opening using plug 40 16 $130
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 32 20 $105
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 23 23 $172
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 17 13 $73

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
14
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$11,169
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Restasis (Cyclosporine) Brand 14 0 $11,169

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Rita Ellent's medical specialty?
Dr. Rita Ellent practices Optometrist in Jackson Heights, NY.
Where does Dr. Rita Ellent practice?
Dr. Rita Ellent practices at 8325 37Th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 113727320. Office phone: 7184262725.
What is Dr. Rita Ellent's NPI?
Dr. Rita Ellent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649278953, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rita Ellent accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rita Ellent accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rita Ellent commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of content of eyes (HCPCS 92285); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.