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Active NPI 1659993541 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Steve Murimi Mathenge Njeru , OD, MS

Optometrist • Columbus, OH

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Steve Njeru, OD, MS is a certified Optometrist practicing in Columbus, OH. With approximately 6 years of clinical experience since graduating from Ohio State University - College Of Optometry in 2020, Dr. Njeru delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 915 OLENTANGY RIVER RD FL 5.

Dr. Njeru is affiliated with Osu Eye Physicians And Surgeons, Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

915 Olentangy River Rd Fl 5

Columbus, OH 432123153

Telephone 6142938116
Fax 6142935315
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Ohio State University - College Of Optometry

Graduation Year

2020

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Columbus, OH

Experienced Practitioner (5-10 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
6 Yrs -11.6 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 17.6 Yrs
State Avg: 23.4 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
267 Specialists

Practicing in Columbus, OH (2535 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
67.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Njeru (6 Years) 6 Yrs
Columbus Specialty Average (17.6 Years) 17.6 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-08-28
Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License OH OPT.006844

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.

Optometrist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License SC 2298

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

Osu Eye Physicians And Surgeons, Llc

915 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 432123153

Phone: 6142938116

Secondary Practice Locations

17273 State Route 104

Chillicothe, OH 456019718

Phone: 7407731141

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

16 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location August 28, 2025

Registered at 915 OLENTANGY RIVER RD FL 5, COLUMBUS, OH 432123153 (Tel: 6142938116)

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Updated Business Mailing Address August 28, 2025

Registered at 700 ACKERMAN RD STE 2120, COLUMBUS, OH 432021559 (Tel: 6142938116)

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Updated Practice Location February 07, 2024

Registered at 17273 STATE ROUTE 104, CHILLICOTHE, OH 456019718 (Tel: 7407731141)

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Updated Business Mailing Address February 07, 2024

Registered at 17273 STATE ROUTE 104, CHILLICOTHE, OH 456019718

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated February 07, 2024

Recorded as STEVE NJERU, OD, MS

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) September 16, 2021

Optometrist (License #2298 in SC)

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Updated Practice Location August 22, 2021

Registered at 3506 W TYVOLA RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 282087201 (Tel: 7043291300)

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Updated Business Mailing Address August 22, 2021

Registered at 3506 W TYVOLA RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 282087201

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Updated Business Mailing Address June 14, 2020

Registered at 420 N JAMES RD, COLUMBUS, OH 432191834

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) June 14, 2020

Optometrist (License #6844 in OH)

NPI Profile Active May 13, 2020

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location May 13, 2020

Registered at 420 N JAMES RD, COLUMBUS, OH 432191834 (Tel: 3522138011)

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Updated Business Mailing Address May 13, 2020

Registered at 286 THURMAN AVE, COLUMBUS, OH 432063580

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated May 13, 2020

Recorded as STEVE NJERU

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) May 13, 2020

Optometrist (License #OPT.006844 in OH)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 13, 2020

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1659993541
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 13, 2020
Last Update: August 28, 2025
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120

Columbus, OH 432021559

Phone: 6142938116

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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