DR. BERNARD ARNOLD OD
NPI 1235155292
Optometrist in North Charleston, SC

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7685 NORTHWOODS BLVD, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406(843) 795-7971(843) 795-6689 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 23, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Bernard Arnold Od NPPES

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

DR. BERNARD ARNOLD OD (NPI 1235155292) is an individual optometrist in North Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (50-00501) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1971).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235155292
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BERNARD ARNOLDCredential: OD
Location Address7685 NORTHWOODS BLVDNorth Charleston, SC 29406-4002
Mailing Address1451 Bare RdWest Jefferson, NC 28694-9183 · (843) 795-7971 · Fax (843) 795-6689
Fax(843) 795-6689
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1971
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 23, 2017
NPI 1235155292 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 · 50-00501
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.
7685 NORTHWOODS BLVD, North Charleston, SC 29406

Other Identifiers 5

MedicaidD05019SC
Other580002170SC · Rr Medicare
Medicare PINT243870281SC
Medicare NSC0612890001SC
Medicare UPINT24387

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bernard Arnold Od 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 ID5294870440
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100226000740
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 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.

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.
78 services75 patients
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.
42 services42 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.
31 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29406 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Technician/Technologist (Optician)
7685 NORTHWOODS BLVD, SUITE 8F
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
7685 NORTHWOODS BLVD, SUITE 8 F
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
7685 NORTHWOODS BLVD, SUITE 8F
N CHARLESTON, SC 29406

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 Bernard Arnold's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bernard Arnold is 1235155292. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Where is Bernard Arnold located?

Bernard Arnold practices at 7685 Northwoods Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406. The listed phone number is (843) 795-7971.

What is Bernard Arnold's specialty?

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

Is Bernard Arnold enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bernard Arnold 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 Bernard Arnold accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 6 other insurers list Bernard Arnold 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 Bernard Arnold was last updated on August 23, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.