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FAMILY EYE CARE
NPI 1013057355
Optometrist in Ashland, AL

Active since February 07, 2007
83745 HWY 9, ASHLAND, AL 36251(256) 354-2010(256) 354-5324 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Family Eye Care NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

FAMILY EYE CARE (NPI 1013057355) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Ashland, Alabama and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. The organization lists James H. Poole, Owner, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013057355
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameJAMES H. POOLE, O.D.
Location Address83745 HWY 9Ashland, AL 36251
Mailing AddressPo Box 1037Ashland, AL 36251-1037 · (256) 354-2010 · Fax (256) 354-5324
Phone(256) 354-2010
Fax(256) 354-5324
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialJames H. PooleOwner · (256) 354-2010
Enumeration DateFebruary 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 26, 2024
NPPES CertifiedNovember 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1013057355 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 6

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · S-641-TA-157
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.
Also ListedOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementTaxonomy 152WC0802X · License S-641-TA-157 (AL)
Also ListedOptometrist · Low Vision RehabilitationTaxonomy 152WL0500X · License S-641-TA-157 (AL)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License S-641-TA-157 (AL)
Also ListedOptometrist · Sports VisionTaxonomy 152WS0006X · License S-641-TA-157 (AL)
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License S-641-TA-157 (AL)
83745 HWY 9, Ashland, AL 36251
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsFamily Eye Care

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid529906330AL

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Family Eye Care is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

2

Medicare enrollment records show 2 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Family Eye Care, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (2)

Ernest Champion, OD
Optometry
NPI 1740261601
1120 AIRPORT DR STE 104
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 329-8400
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare22 mi
James Poole, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1811979982
1120 AIRPORT DR SUITE104
Alexander City, AL 35010
(256) 329-8400
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare22 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James H. Poole, O.D.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for James H. Poole, O.D. is 1013057355. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on February 7, 2007. The provider is doing business as Family Eye Care.

Where is James H. Poole, O.D. located?

James H. Poole, O.D. is located at 83745 Hwy 9, Ashland, AL 36251. The listed phone number is (256) 354-2010.

What is James H. Poole, O.D.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is James H. Poole, O.D. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James H. Poole, O.D. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through James H. Poole, O.D.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 2 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to James H. Poole, O.D.. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does James H. Poole, O.D. accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company list James H. Poole, O.D. as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James H. Poole, O.D. was last updated on November 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.