DR. LUCAS J BELL O.D.
NPI 1154679561
Optometrist in Grimes, IA

Q: What is Lucas Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lucas Bell is 1154679561. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 16, 2012.

Q: What is Lucas Bell'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 Lucas Bell was last updated on October 3, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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 August 16, 2012PECOS Enrolled

270W 1ST ST H, GRIMES, IA 50111(515) 986-2821 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

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About Dr. Lucas J Bell O.d. NPPES

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

DR. LUCAS J BELL O.D. (NPI 1154679561) is an individual optometrist in Grimes, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (002557) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Broadlawns Medical Center, and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154679561

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LUCAS J BELLCredential: O.D.

Location Address270W 1ST ST HGrimes, IA 50111-2145

Mailing Address270w 1st St HGrimes, IA 50111-2145 · (515) 320-1375

Phone(515) 986-2821

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateAugust 16, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 2015

✔ NPI 1154679561 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 IA · 002557

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.

270W 1ST ST H, Grimes, IA 50111

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana 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. Lucas J Bell O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3678798410

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140710001415

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 Lucas Bell reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Thornton & Bell PLLC

Same address

Optometrist

300 W 1ST ST
Grimes, IA 50111

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
2 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225410087 (712) 261-1915

Broadlawns Medical Center

8.5 mi

Rural Health

507 14TH ST
Dallas Center, IA 50063

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
518 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467850727 (515) 992-3711

Professional Provider Enterprise LLC

122 mi

Optometrist

10826 OLD MILL RD STE 101
Omaha, NE 68154

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
7 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770852196 (402) 898-3232

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.

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.

94 services94 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.

88 services86 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Broadlawns Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number160101

Location1801 Hickman RoadDes Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50111 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

$122.23 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.36 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)

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.

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 Lucas Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lucas Bell is 1154679561. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 16, 2012.

Where is Lucas Bell located?

Lucas Bell practices at 270W 1st St H, Grimes, IA 50111. The listed phone number is (515) 986-2821.

What is Lucas Bell's specialty?

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

Is Lucas Bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lucas Bell is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Lucas Bell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lucas Bell reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Thornton & Bell PLLC (Grimes, IA), Broadlawns Medical Center (Dallas Center, IA) and Professional Provider Enterprise LLC (Omaha, NE). 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 Lucas Bell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lucas Bell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Medica and 10 other insurers list Lucas Bell 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.

Is Lucas Bell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lucas Bell is affiliated with Broadlawns Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lucas Bell was last updated on October 3, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.