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Optometry

Sanford Katims, OD

Sees patients in Port Washington, NY · New York

Summary

Sanford Katims, OD (Optometry) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Port Washington, NY. NPI 1396833430. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Sanford Katims, 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
44Years since medical school (graduated 1982)
Illinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Sanford Katims see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Port Washington, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Sanford Katims's specialty?
Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
Does Sanford Katims accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Sanford Katims 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 Sanford Katims?
(516) 767-2106, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Sanford Katims's NPI number?
1396833430. 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 Sanford Katims is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in New York — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialOD
Medical schoolIllinois College Of Optometry At Chicago
Graduation year1982
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1396833430
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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