Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD
Bukspan Optometry
1649055690Is Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD has a trust score of 54/100 — below average for Providence. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 3 years of practice, they are early in their career.
The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Bukspan's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general optometrist?
General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.
When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Providence, RI
Providence has 64 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 13 years in practice, and 62 focused on optometrist. Rhode Island optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Rhode Island Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
3
Years practicing
13
Avg in Providence
64
Optometrists in Providence
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Bukspan's license is active and unrestricted with the Rhode Island board (link on this page).
- Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
- Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
- Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1649055690) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Rhode Island Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD?
Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD has approximately 3 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Providence has about 13 years. There are 64 optometrists in Providence, including 62 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD located?
Dr. Catherine Bukspan, OD practices at Bukspan Optometry, 623 ATWELLS AVE, Providence, RI 02909. Phone: (401) 273-7100.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Rhode Island Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Bukspan's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 08/29/2023