Dr. Ara C. Gerard , OD
Optometrist • Minnetonka, MN
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Ara Gerard, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Minnetonka, MN. With approximately 24 years of clinical experience since graduating from Pacific University - College Of Optometry in 2002, Dr. Gerard delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 12455 RIDGEDALE DR STE 101.
Dr. Gerard maintains professional affiliations with Shoptikal Llc, Thomas L Nunnelee Inc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient complete exam of visual system, new patient complete exam of visual system, photography of the retina. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
12455 Ridgedale Dr Ste 101
Minnetonka, MN 553051787
Medicare Profile & Education
Pacific University - College Of Optometry
2002
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Minnetonka, MN
Practicing in Minnetonka, MN (1178 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
24 | 24 | $130.72 | $120.35 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
19 | 19 | $141.89 | $139.81 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
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Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Shoptikal Llc
1004 18th Ave Nw, Austin, MN 559121993
Phone: 5074378228
Thomas L Nunnelee Inc
900 S Rum River Dr, Princeton, MN 553712239
Phone: 7633899000
Shoptikal Llc
2404 1st St S, Willmar, MN 562016300
Phone: 3202355853
Secondary Practice Locations
12455 Ridgedale Dr Ste 101
Minnetonka, MN 553051787
Phone: 9525456010
3234 W Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 554164512
Phone: 6129262878
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 12455 RIDGEDALE DR STE 101, MINNETONKA, MN 553051787 (Tel: 9525456010)
Registered at 12455 RIDGEDALE DR STE 101, MINNETONKA, MN 553051787 (Tel: 9525456010)
Recorded as ARA GERARD, O.D.
Optometrist (License #2882 in MN)
Registered at 3234 W LAKE ST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 554164512 (Tel: 6129262878)
Registered at 323 20TH AVE N, SAINT CLOUD, MN 563033830 (Tel: 9522402643)
Recorded as ARA GERARD, O.D.
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1 CENTRAL AVE WEST, SUITE 104, ST. MICHAEL, MN 553764582 (Tel: 7634933937)
Registered at 3036 W LAKE ST UNIT 102, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 554165231 (Tel: 9522402643)
Recorded as ARA SUDTELGTE, O.D.
Optometrist (License #2882 in MN)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
12455 Ridgedale Dr Ste 101
Minnetonka, MN 553051787
Phone: 9525456010
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