DR. CHAD EDGAR POOLE O.D.
NPI 1053337154
Optometrist in Athens, GA

Q: What is Chad Poole's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chad Poole is 1053337154. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Q: What is Chad Poole's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chad Poole was last updated on January 17, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled

850 GAINES SCHOOL RD, ATHENS, GA 30605(706) 850-7101(706) 850-7089 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 17, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 17, 2022, Feb 18, 2021, Jan 18, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Chad Edgar Poole O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHAD EDGAR POOLE O.D. (NPI 1053337154) is an individual optometrist in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (OPT002307) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Athens, and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053337154

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHAD EDGAR POOLECredential: O.D.

Location Address850 GAINES SCHOOL RDAthens, GA 30605-3132

Mailing Address850 Gaines School RdAthens, GA 30605-3132 · (706) 850-7101 · Fax (706) 850-7089

Phone(706) 850-7101

Fax(706) 850-7089

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 17, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 17, 2022

✔ NPI 1053337154 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in GA · OPT002307

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.

850 GAINES SCHOOL RD, Athens, GA 30605

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1270 Hawthorne AveAthens, GA 30606-2881 · Phone (706) 543-3599 · Fax (706) 543-8681

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid003109146CGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Chad Edgar Poole O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID9830291384

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070301000275

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Chad Poole reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

East Athens Family Vision, LLC

Same address

Optometrist

850 GAINES SCHOOL RD
Athens, GA 30605

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
5 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1639775588 (706) 850-7101

Russell D Springer PC

4.6 mi

Optometrist

270 HAWTHORNE AVE
Athens, GA 30606

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
6 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841593175 (706) 543-3599

Clarkson Optometry Georgia Inc

54 mi

Optometrist

8400 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD, SUITE 440
Alpharetta, GA 30022

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
40 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1184802670 (636) 200-4393

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

67 services66 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

30 services30 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

19 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30605 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$124.10 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.89 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

EAST ATHENS FAMILY VISION, LLC

Optometrist

850 GAINES SCHOOL RD
ATHENS, GA 30605

Clarke County (706) 850-7101

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 Chad Poole's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chad Poole is 1053337154. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Where is Chad Poole located?

Chad Poole practices at 850 Gaines School Rd, Athens, GA 30605. The listed phone number is (706) 850-7101.

What is Chad Poole's specialty?

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

Is Chad Poole enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chad Poole is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Chad Poole's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chad Poole reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: East Athens Family Vision, LLC (Athens, GA), Russell D Springer PC (Athens, GA) and Clarkson Optometry Georgia Inc (Alpharetta, GA). Each 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 Chad Poole's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chad Poole accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 14 other insurers list Chad Poole 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 Chad Poole was last updated on January 17, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.