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DR. VALERIE S URBAN OPTOMETRIST
NPI 1265413587
Optometrist in Greenville, SC

Active since November 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3529 HIGHWAY 153, GREENVILLE, SC 29611(864) 295-3550(864) 295-3242 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Valerie S Urban Optometrist NPPES

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

DR. VALERIE S URBAN OPTOMETRIST (NPI 1265413587) is an individual optometrist in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1300) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Pickens, and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265413587
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VALERIE S URBANCredential: OPTOMETRIST
Location Address3529 HIGHWAY 153Greenville, SC 29611-7515
Mailing AddressPo Box 51096Piedmont, SC 29673-2096 · (864) 295-3550 · Fax (864) 295-3242
Phone(864) 295-3550
Fax(864) 295-3242
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateNovember 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2023
✔ NPI 1265413587 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 · 1300
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.
3529 HIGHWAY 153, Greenville, SC 29611
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1306 E Main StPickens, SC 29671-2385 · Phone (864) 878-6060

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidD13000SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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. Valerie S Urban Optometrist 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 ID8426025917
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040914000776
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 4

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.
27 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
21 services18 patients
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.
12 services12 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29611 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 2

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

ANDERSON OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATES
Optometrist
3529 HIGHWAY 153
GREENVILLE, SC 29611
Greenville County (864) 295-3550
MACY SPARKS OD
Optometrist
3529 HIGHWAY 153
GREENVILLE, SC 29611
Greenville County (864) 654-6706

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 Valerie Urban's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Urban is 1265413587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 14, 2005.

Where is Valerie Urban located?

Valerie Urban practices at 3529 Highway 153, Greenville, SC 29611. The listed phone number is (864) 295-3550.

What is Valerie Urban's specialty?

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

Is Valerie Urban enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valerie Urban 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 Valerie Urban accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list Valerie Urban 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 Valerie Urban was last updated on July 14, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.