EDWARD L. PAUL, JR., O.D., PH.D., P.A.
NPI 1225231756
Optometrist in Wilmington, NC

Active since June 11, 2007
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230, WILMINGTON, NC 28403(910) 256-6364(910) 256-6617 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2021, Aug 22, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.d., Ph.d., P.a. NPPES

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

EDWARD L. PAUL, JR., O.D., PH.D., P.A. (NPI 1225231756) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Wilmington, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. The organization lists Edward Lee Paul, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225231756
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameEDWARD L. PAUL, JR., O.D., PH.D., P.A.
Location Address1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230Wilmington, NC 28403-5745
Mailing Address1613 Military Cutoff Rd Ste 230Wilmington, NC 28403-5745 · (910) 256-6364 · Fax (910) 256-6617
Fax(910) 256-6617
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialEdward Lee PaulPresident · (910) 256-6364
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2021
✔ NPI 1225231756 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 · 1227
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.
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230, Wilmington, NC 28403

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.d., Ph.d., P.a. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Medicare Revalidation Due Date

Revalidation due by February 28, 2027

Medicare-enrolled providers and suppliers confirm their enrollment information with CMS on a set cycle, every 5 years for most and every 3 years for medical equipment suppliers. CMS sets the due date for each enrollment.

StateEnrollment IDDue date
StateNorth CarolinaEnrollment IDO20070619000263Non-DME Part B · Clinic/Group PracticeDue dateFebruary 28, 2027
Source: CMS Revalidation Due Date List, October 2026 release.

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

6

Medicare enrollment records show 6 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A., which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 4 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (6)

Optometry
NPI 1801565262
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-6364
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1043377948
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-6364
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1235915471
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-6364
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1235788795
1613 MILITARY CUTOFF RD STE 230
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-6364
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1871422055
100 PARKWAY OFFICE CT STE 112
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 859-0777
✔ PECOS118 mi
Optometry
NPI 1679294276
2424 W MALLARD CREEK CHURCH RD STE D
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 295-0123
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare184 mi

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 Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. is 1225231756. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2007.

Where is Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. located?

Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. is located at 1613 Military Cutoff Rd Ste 230, Wilmington, NC 28403. The listed phone number is (910) 256-6364.

What is Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A.'s specialty?

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

Is Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When is Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A.'s Medicare revalidation due?

According to the CMS Revalidation Due Date List (October 2026 release), the Medicare Non-DME Part B enrollment for this organization (North Carolina, Clinic/Group Practice) is due for revalidation by February 28, 2027. Medicare providers and suppliers revalidate their enrollment every 5 years, and medical equipment suppliers every 3 years. Confirm current requirements with your Medicare Administrative Contractor.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 6 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A.. 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, 4 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. 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 Edward L. Paul, Jr., O.D., Ph.D., P.A. was last updated on July 7, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.