DR. JAMES W FRESHWATER JR. O.D.
NPI 1255499737
Optometrist in Clemmons, NC

Q: What is James Freshwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Freshwater is 1255499737. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2006.

Q: What is James Freshwater's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Freshwater was last updated on September 10, 2012. 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 December 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6270 TOWNCENTER DRIVE, SUITE 300, CLEMMONS, NC 27012(336) 712-4733(336) 712-4704 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

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About Dr. James W Freshwater Jr. O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES W FRESHWATER JR. O.D. (NPI 1255499737) is an individual optometrist in Clemmons, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1258) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255499737

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES W FRESHWATER JR.Credential: O.D.

Location Address6270 TOWNCENTER DRIVE, SUITE 300Clemmons, NC 27012-9376

Mailing Address6270 Towncenter Drive, Suite 300Clemmons, NC 27012-9376 · (336) 712-4733 · Fax (336) 712-4704

Phone(336) 712-4733

Fax(336) 712-4704

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1984

Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 2012

✔ NPI 1255499737 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 · 1258

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.

6270 TOWNCENTER DRIVE, Clemmons, NC 27012

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Other Identifiers 6

Medicare NSC6490580001NC

Medicare UPINU12113NC

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified2467373ANC

Other1255499737NC · Npi James Freshwater, O.d

Other1922148840NC · Npi Timothy Jameson, O.d.

Medicare PIN2469546NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc.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. James W Freshwater Jr. 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 ID6103992748

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090928000188

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 2

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 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.

85 services85 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27012 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

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 James Freshwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Freshwater is 1255499737. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2006.

Where is James Freshwater located?

James Freshwater practices at 6270 Towncenter Drive Suite 300, Clemmons, NC 27012. The listed phone number is (336) 712-4733.

What is James Freshwater's specialty?

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

Is James Freshwater enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Freshwater 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 James Freshwater accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list James Freshwater 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 James Freshwater was last updated on September 10, 2012. 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.