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DESERT FAMILY VISION CENTER LLC
NPI 1144354515
Optometrist in Safford, AZ

Active since March 15, 2007
620 S CENTRAL AVE, SAFFORD, AZ 85546(928) 428-0500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 2, 2022, Apr 13, 2021, Aug 22, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Desert Family Vision Center Llc NPPES

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

DESERT FAMILY VISION CENTER LLC (NPI 1144354515) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Safford, Arizona and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. The organization lists Charles Ferrin, Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144354515
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameDESERT FAMILY VISION CENTER LLC
Location Address620 S CENTRAL AVESafford, AZ 85546-2692
Mailing Address620 S Central AveSafford, AZ 85546-2692
Phone(928) 428-0500
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialCharles FerrinManager · (928) 428-0500
Enumeration DateMarch 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 2, 2022
✔ NPI 1144354515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
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 ListedClinic/CenterTaxonomy 261Q00000X
620 S CENTRAL AVE, Safford, AZ 85546
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Desert Family Vision Center Llc 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 Desert Family Vision Center LLC, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 2 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (2)

Charles Ferrin, OD
Optometry
NPI 1629128525
620 S CENTRAL AVE
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-0500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Vincent Van Houten, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1215077177
620 S CENTRAL AVE
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-0500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

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 Desert Family Vision Center LLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Desert Family Vision Center LLC is 1144354515. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on March 15, 2007.

Where is Desert Family Vision Center LLC located?

Desert Family Vision Center LLC is located at 620 S Central Ave, Safford, AZ 85546. The listed phone number is (928) 428-0500.

What is Desert Family Vision Center LLC's specialty?

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

Is Desert Family Vision Center LLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Desert Family Vision Center LLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Desert Family Vision Center LLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 2 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to Desert Family Vision Center LLC. 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. Of these, 2 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Desert Family Vision Center LLC accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Desert Family Vision Center LLC 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 Desert Family Vision Center LLC was last updated on May 2, 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.