DR. WILLIAM EDWARD FOX III OD
NPI 1124086319
Optometrist in Greensboro, NC

Active since May 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
642 FRIENDLY CENTER RD, GREENSBORO, NC 27408(919) 726-4775(919) 573-9554 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 16, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 16, 2025, Aug 1, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. William Edward Fox Iii Od NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM EDWARD FOX III OD (NPI 1124086319) is an individual optometrist in Greensboro, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1068) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124086319
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM EDWARD FOX IIICredential: OD
Location Address642 FRIENDLY CENTER RDGreensboro, NC 27408-7804
Mailing Address3820 Glen Iris LnRaleigh, NC 27612-4278 · (919) 726-4775
Fax(919) 573-9554
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateMay 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 16, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 16, 2025
NPI 1124086319 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 NC · 1068
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.
642 FRIENDLY CENTER RD, Greensboro, NC 27408

Other Identifiers 1

Other09286NC · Bcbs Of Nc

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. William Edward Fox Iii Od is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6406838275
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040806000508
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.

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.
30 services30 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
21 services21 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.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27408 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 3

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

Optometrist
642 FRIENDLY CENTER RD
GREENSBORO, NC 27408
Eyewear Supplier
642 FRIENDLY CENTER RD
GREENSBORO, NC 27408
Optometrist
642 FRIENDLY CENTER RD
GREENSBORO, NC 27408

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 William Fox's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Fox is 1124086319. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2006.

Where is William Fox located?

William Fox practices at 642 Friendly Center Rd, Greensboro, NC 27408. The listed phone number is (919) 726-4775.

What is William Fox's specialty?

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

Is William Fox enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Fox is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does William Fox accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 4 other insurers list William Fox 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 William Fox was last updated on May 16, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.