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Dr. Monte A Gallinger, OD

Optometrist in Covington, WA · enumerated 2006.

Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES

National Provider Identifier

1962572420

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Registry record

Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Dr. Monte A Gallinger
Credential OD
Sex Male
Practice address 17307 Se 272nd St Ste 118, Covington, WA, 98042
Fax (253) 638-0122
Enumeration date Nov 9, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Nov 18, 2010

Taxonomy & licenses

152W00000X Optometrist Eye and Vision Services Providers · License 1423 (WA) Primary
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses. About the OD credential

Other identifiers

Identifier Type State Issuer
0084961 Other WA DLI

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Frequently asked questions

What is the NPI number for Monte Gallinger?
The National Provider Identifier (NPI) for Monte Gallinger is 1962572420, a Type 1 (individual) record in the CMS NPPES registry.
Where does Monte Gallinger practice?
The practice location on file with NPPES is in Covington, WA. Providers can have multiple locations; NPPES lists the primary practice address.

Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2010-11-18.