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DR. ROBERT WADE BRANCH
NPI 1154381101
Optometrist in Chapin, SC

Active since March 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
506 OLD LEXINGTON HWY, SUITE A, CHAPIN, SC 29036(803) 345-3170(803) 233-2882 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 20, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

About Dr. Robert Wade Branch NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT WADE BRANCH (NPI 1154381101) is an individual optometrist in Chapin, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (609) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154381101
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT WADE BRANCH
Location Address506 OLD LEXINGTON HWY, SUITE AChapin, SC 29036-9823
Mailing AddressPo Box 9, 506a Old Lexington HwyChapin, SC 29036-0009 · (803) 345-3170 · Fax (803) 233-2882
Phone(803) 345-3170
Fax(803) 233-2882
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 20, 2013
✔ NPI 1154381101 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 SC · 609
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.
506 OLD LEXINGTON HWY, Chapin, SC 29036
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINT24221SC
Medicare PINC14663SC
MedicaidD06090SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Robert Wade Branch 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 ID3476677741
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111206000235
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 11

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.

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
5,398 services38 patients
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.
360 services359 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.
296 services192 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
147 services120 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
142 services111 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.
114 services114 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29036 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%43 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

BRANCH & STAFFORD OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATES, PA
Optometrist
506 OLD LEXINGTON HWY, SUITE A
CHAPIN, SC 29036
Lexington County (803) 345-3170

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 Robert Branch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Branch is 1154381101. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2006.

Where is Robert Branch located?

Robert Branch practices at 506 Old Lexington Hwy Suite A, Chapin, SC 29036. The listed phone number is (803) 345-3170.

What is Robert Branch's specialty?

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

Is Robert Branch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Branch 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 Robert Branch accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and Providence Health Plan list Robert Branch 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 Robert Branch was last updated on June 20, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.