Dr. Karen Slate, O.D.
Optometry
17+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Karen Slate
Karen Slate, O.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Milford, DE.
Specialty Definition
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.
17
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
OptometryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2009
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | I30011427 | Optometrist | |
| Pennsylvania | OEG002275 | Optometrist | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Karen Slate
With 17 years of practice, Dr. Karen Slate is an established optometry provider, O.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2009. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Premier Physical Therapy And Sports Performance Limited Partnership in Milford, Delaware. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154552453, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Karen Slate as a lower-volume optometry provider, treating approximately 164 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 311 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Karen Slate received $25 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$25
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Optometry Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 19963
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Karen Slate
What does Dr. Karen Slate specialize in?
Dr. Karen Slate specializes in Optometry. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Optometrist.
Where does Dr. Karen Slate practice?
Dr. Karen Slate practices at Premier Physical Therapy And Sports Performance Limited Partnership in Milford, Delaware. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Karen Slate accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Karen Slate accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 164 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Karen Slate's NPI number?
Dr. Karen Slate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154552453. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Karen Slate been practicing?
Dr. Karen Slate has approximately 17 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2009.