Dr. Albert J Contento , OD, FAAO
Optometrist • Bronx, NY
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Albert Contento, OD, FAAO is a certified Optometrist practicing in Bronx, NY. With approximately 36 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 1990, Dr. Contento delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1748 CROSBY AVE.
Dr. Contento is affiliated with Contento And Kaplan, Optometrists, P.C. and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient problem focused exam of visual system, closure of tear duct opening using plug, examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1748 Crosby Ave
Bronx, NY 10461
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
1990
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Bronx, NY
Practicing in Bronx, NY (3674 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
92012
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
|
77 | 63 | $89.36 | $79.29 |
|
68761
Closure of tear duct opening using plug
|
43 | 18 | $296.51 | $127.26 |
|
92020
Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
|
15 | 15 | $125.00 | $31.89 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
14 | 14 | $150.00 | $43.81 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2025-03-28NUCC 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.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Contento And Kaplan, Optometrists, P.c.
1748 Crosby Ave, Bronx, NY 104614902
Phone: 7187922020
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry, Master of Science
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry, FAAO
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Registered at 1748 CROSBY AVE, BRONX, NY 10461 (Tel: 7187922020)
Recorded as ALBERT CONTENTO, O.D.,F.A.A.O.
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1748 CROSBY AVE, BRONX, NY 104614902 (Tel: 7187922020)
Registered at 20 PINE HILL CT, BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY 105101742 (Tel: 7187922020)
Recorded as A CONTENTO, O.D.,F.A.A.O.
Optometrist (License #VUT5105 in NY)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
20 Pine Hill Ct
Briarcliff Manor, NY 105101742
Phone: 7187922020
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