DR. PAUL CHRISTOPHER JACOBS O.D.
NPI 1255326500
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Carbondale, IL

Q: What is Paul Jacobs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Jacobs is 1255326500. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Q: What is Paul Jacobs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Jacobs was last updated on August 9, 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.

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS Enrolled

1001 N BEADLE DR, SUITE 40, CARBONDALE, IL 62901(618) 529-4817(618) 351-9024 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Paul Christopher Jacobs O.d. NPPES

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

DR. PAUL CHRISTOPHER JACOBS O.D. (NPI 1255326500) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Carbondale, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046007399) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255326500

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X

Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL CHRISTOPHER JACOBSCredential: O.D.

Location Address1001 N BEADLE DR, SUITE 40Carbondale, IL 62901-1018

Mailing Address1001 N Beadle Dr, Suite 40Carbondale, IL 62901-1018 · (618) 529-4817 · Fax (618) 351-9024

Phone(618) 529-4817

Fax(618) 351-9024

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 2013

✔ NPI 1255326500 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152WC0802X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 046007399

Definition

The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.

1001 N BEADLE DR, Carbondale, IL 62901

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Other Identifiers 5

Other410048999Railroad Medicare Ptan

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified688833IL

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified688832IL

Other410002083Railroad Medicare Ptan

Medicare UPINT37858IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Paul Christopher Jacobs O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Paul Jacobs reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Crabtree Family Optometry

15 mi

Corneal and Contact Management

1508 SIOUX DR
Marion, IL 62959

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1609072263 (618) 993-8787

Merriman Optometry, Ltd

19 mi

Optometrist

103 TRANSCRAFT DR
Anna, IL 62906

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
3 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033826524 (618) 833-3777

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.

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.

20 services16 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.

18 services14 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.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 62901 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

$127.46 typical visit price

range $54.80 – $168.44

Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.70 – $42.11)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$68.64 typical visit price

range $17.16 – $136.56

Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)

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 5

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

DR. MAZHAR M. BUTT DMD

Dentist (General Practice)

1001 N BEADLE DR
CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Jackson County (618) 457-2123

DR. GEOFFREY ANDREWS PARTLOW II DMD

Dentist (General Practice)

1001 N BEADLE DR, SUITE 1
CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Jackson County (618) 457-2626

CRABTREE AND MERRIMAN DCTRS OF OPTOMETRY

Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)

1001 N BEADLE DR, STE 40
CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Jackson County (618) 529-4817

DR. RAHEEM BUTT DMD

Dentist (General Practice)

1001 N BEADLE DR
CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Jackson County (618) 457-2123

DR. CHRISTINE J BEGLEY OD

Optometrist

1001 N BEADLE DR
CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Jackson County (618) 549-2282

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 Paul Jacobs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Jacobs is 1255326500. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Where is Paul Jacobs located?

Paul Jacobs practices at 1001 N Beadle Dr Suite 40, Carbondale, IL 62901. The listed phone number is (618) 529-4817.

What is Paul Jacobs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Paul Jacobs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Jacobs is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Paul Jacobs's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paul Jacobs reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Crabtree Family Optometry (Marion, IL) and Merriman Optometry, Ltd (Anna, IL). 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 Paul Jacobs's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Paul Jacobs accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Health and 7 other insurers list Paul Jacobs 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 Paul Jacobs was last updated on August 9, 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.