Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karena Shippee, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · St Johnsbury, VT
- NPI 1790822179
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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468 Hospital Dr
St Johnsbury, VT 058199225
(802) 748-3536
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 7, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Vermont #030-0000332
- Medicaid
- VT #OVN3502
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790822179. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
879
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$64,812
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 179 | 176 | $121 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 160 | 157 | $35 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 148 | 101 | $85 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 105 | 104 | $122 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 101 | 86 | $33 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 93 | 76 | $60 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 80 | 60 | $37 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 13 | 12 | $22 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in St Johnsbury Optometrist, average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 9.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$13
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $13.39 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
272
Patients
86
Total drug cost
$83,304
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 91 | 31 | $2,475 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 89 | 24 | $1,240 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 57 | 20 | $36,491 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 21 | 11 | $37,427 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $5,671 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karena Shippee's medical specialty?
Dr. Karena Shippee practices Optometrist in St Johnsbury, VT.
Where does Dr. Karena Shippee practice?
Dr. Karena Shippee practices at 468 Hospital Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 058199225. Office phone: 8027483536.
What is Dr. Karena Shippee's NPI?
Dr. Karena Shippee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790822179, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karena Shippee accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karena Shippee accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karena Shippee commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.