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DR. CHARLES WESLEY BARTELS O.D.
NPI 1184653768
Optometrist in Okeechobee, FL

Active since July 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
606 N PARROTT AVE, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972(863) 763-3937(863) 763-4917 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Charles Wesley Bartels O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES WESLEY BARTELS O.D. (NPI 1184653768) is an individual optometrist in Okeechobee, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC 3776) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Okeechobee, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184653768
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES WESLEY BARTELSCredential: O.D.
Location Address606 N PARROTT AVEOkeechobee, FL 34972
Mailing Address606 N Parrott AveOkeechobee, FL 34972-2646 · (863) 763-3937 · Fax (863) 763-4917
Phone(863) 763-3937
Fax(863) 763-4917
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1184653768 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 FL · OPC 3776
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.
606 N PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee, FL 34972
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11611 S Parrott AveOkeechobee, FL 34974-6180 · Phone (863) 763-3937

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid104403400FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, 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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Charles Wesley Bartels O.d. 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 ID2769452614
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040729001145
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Charles Bartels reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Big Lake Eye Care LLC
Same address
Optometrist
606 N PARROTT AVE
Okeechobee, FL 34972
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760608327 (863) 763-3937
Okeechobee Value Specs, LLC
1.5 mi
Optometrist
1611 S PARROTT AVE
Okeechobee, FL 34974
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902384126 (863) 357-2250

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 12

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 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.
415 services261 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.
325 services321 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
104 services97 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.
98 services98 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).
64 services62 patients
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.
55 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34972 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. JANNA LANAE PARRAMORE OD
Optometrist
606 N PARROTT AVE
OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972
Okeechobee County (863) 763-3937
BIG LAKE EYE CARE LLC
Optometrist
606 N PARROTT AVE
OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972
Okeechobee County (863) 763-3937

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 Charles Bartels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Bartels is 1184653768. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2006.

Where is Charles Bartels located?

Charles Bartels practices at 606 N Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972. The listed phone number is (863) 763-3937.

What is Charles Bartels's specialty?

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

Is Charles Bartels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Bartels 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Charles Bartels's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Charles Bartels reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Big Lake Eye Care LLC (Okeechobee, FL) and Okeechobee Value Specs, LLC (Okeechobee, FL). 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 Charles Bartels's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Charles Bartels accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 14 other insurers list Charles Bartels 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 Charles Bartels was last updated on June 29, 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.