Provider records sourced from NPPES (CMS National Plan & Provider Enumeration System). Data current as of August 10, 2026.
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Dr. Denise M Whittam, OD

Individual provider Optometrist · NPI 1699742403

Dr. Denise M Whittam, OD is registered under Optometry in New York, New York. Qualified in 1991, 35 years ago. Accepts Medicare assignment. Licensed in New York.

Years since qualifying
35
Licensed in
NY
In the registry since
2006
What do these letters mean?
OD — Doctor of Optometry
An optometrist: examines eyes, prescribes glasses and contacts, and treats many eye conditions.

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Practice location Address checks out

500 Lexington Ave Cohens Fashion Optical Of 47th St
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212) 697-9299
Fax: (212) 697-8872
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Specialties & licences

Optometrist (primary) Taxonomy 152W00000X · Licence TUV005247 (NY)

Record details

NPI number1699742403
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderFemale
Credentials OD
Sole proprietorNo
NPI enumeratedMarch 1, 2006
Last updated in NPPESJuly 13, 2026

Medicare enrollment

From the CMS Doctors & Clinicians file — this clinician is enrolled in Medicare.

Medicare specialtyOPTOMETRY
Medical schoolOTHER
Graduated 1991 (35 years in practice)
Accepts Medicare assignment Yes — accepts the Medicare-approved amount

Payments from drug and device companies, 2025

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Compensation for services other than consulting , including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $91,200 27 payments
Travel and Lodging $16,330 61 payments · travel or lodging paid or reimbursed, such as to attend a conference
Food and Beverage $4,748 115 payments · a meal or drink at a meeting or visit, not a fee
Consulting Fee $3,900 2 payments

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