Summary

Christine Richter, OD, is a board-certified optometrist providing comprehensive eye care, including routine and acute services, specialty contact lenses, sports vision, and monitoring and treatment of chronic eye conditions. Dr. Richter cares for her patients as she would a family member, listening to their concerns and working up a game plan to achieve their best vision. She is especially vigilant when it comes to monitoring her diabetic patients, as well as keeping an eye out for glaucoma and macular degeneration in those over the age of 65. She feels it is a privilege to be entrusted to care for the eye health of her patients. Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her family and golden retriever, and playing competitive tennis.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital-based Optometry, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Portland, OR, 1994
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Lynnwood

19116 33rd Ave WLynnwood, WA 98036
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OptometryOptometryOptometryOptometry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Lynnwood , WABellevue , WAKirkland , WABellevue , WA
Med School: OD, Indiana University, School of Optometry, Bloomington, 1993 Med School: Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, IL. Med School: State University of New York College Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christine Richter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Empire Plan
  • First Choice Health - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Christine Richter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Christine Richter has the following area of expertise

  • Optometrist

Certifications, License, & Education

Christine Richter holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Doctor Of Optometry with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital-based Optometry, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Portland, OR, 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from OD, Indiana University, School of Optometry, Bloomington, 1993.

NPI Number

Christine Richter's NPI number is 1396896551.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Christine Richter?
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Where is Christine Richter's office located?
Christine Richter's office is located at 19116 33rd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA, 98036.
Does Christine Richter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Christine Richter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Christine Richter affiliated with?
Christine Richter is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.
Does Christine Richter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Christine Richter accepts on their Vitals profile.

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