DR. MARGARET MCCOWN OD
NPI 1255954749
Optometrist in Temple, TX

Active since May 19, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
221 PALOMA DR, TEMPLE, TX 76502(254) 816-2020(254) 788-1205 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 16, 2025, Jun 13, 2023, Jul 14, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Margaret Mccown Od NPPES

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

DR. MARGARET MCCOWN OD (NPI 1255954749) is an individual optometrist in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (10011TG) and active in the NPI registry since May 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255954749
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARGARET MCCOWNCredential: OD
Location Address221 PALOMA DRTemple, TX 76502-2289
Mailing Address277 Chering DrBelton, TX 76513-8022 · (504) 913-4650
Fax(254) 788-1205
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 16, 2025
NPI 1255954749 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 TX · 10011TG
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.

221 PALOMA DR, Temple, TX 76502

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1113 N Lutterloh AveGatesville, TX 76528-1421 · Phone (254) 865-7979
Location 23124 E Central Texas ExpyKilleen, TX 76543-7333 · Phone (254) 690-4733

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. Margaret Mccown 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 ID4183042252
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200922002394
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.

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.
18 services18 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.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76502 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 2

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

Optometrist
221 PALOMA DR
TEMPLE, TX 76502
Optometrist
221 PALOMA DR
TEMPLE, TX 76502

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 Margaret Mccown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Margaret Mccown is 1255954749. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2020.

Where is Margaret Mccown located?

Margaret Mccown practices at 221 Paloma Dr, Temple, TX 76502. The listed phone number is (254) 816-2020.

What is Margaret Mccown's specialty?

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

Is Margaret Mccown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Margaret Mccown 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 Margaret Mccown accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 6 other insurers list Margaret Mccown 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 Margaret Mccown was last updated on December 16, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.