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

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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: August 02, 2026.

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 and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1979).

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
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1979
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 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Paul Christopher Jacobs 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 ID2062525884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110214000926
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.
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 system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Paul Jacobs accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan 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 12 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.