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Optometry

Joseph E. Droter, OD

Sees patients in Richmond, VA · Virginia

Summary

Joseph E. Droter, OD (Optometry) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Richmond, VA. NPI 1174503544. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Joseph E. Droter, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OptometryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
38Years since medical school (graduated 1988)
Southern College Of OptometryMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Joseph E. Droter see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Richmond, VA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Joseph E. Droter's specialty?
Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
Does Joseph E. Droter accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Joseph E. Droter may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is the phone number for Joseph E. Droter?
(804) 741-1204, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Joseph E. Droter's NPI number?
1174503544. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Joseph E. Droter is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other optometrists in Richmond

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Richmond, VA — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialOD
Medical schoolSouthern College Of Optometry
Graduation year1988
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1174503544
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians