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Ophthalmology

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD

Sees patients in Fresh Meadows, NY · New York

Summary

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Fresh Meadows, NY. NPI 1598862286. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Eric A. Lichtenstein, 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

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
32Years since medical school (graduated 1994)
Albany Medical College Of Union UniversityMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Eric A. Lichtenstein see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Fresh Meadows, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Eric A. Lichtenstein's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Eric A. Lichtenstein accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Eric A. Lichtenstein accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is Eric A. Lichtenstein's NPI number?
1598862286. 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 Eric A. Lichtenstein is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • 19213 Union TpkeFresh Meadows, NY 11366

Specialties

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolAlbany Medical College Of Union University
Graduation year1994
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1598862286
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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