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DR. JOHN ERNEST HELSEL O.D.
NPI 1265589584
Optometrist in Palos Heights, IL

Active since January 05, 2007PECOS Enrolled
7600 W COLLEGE DR, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463(708) 361-3120(708) 361-4047 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. John Ernest Helsel O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ERNEST HELSEL O.D. (NPI 1265589584) is an individual optometrist in Palos Heights, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046006927) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265589584
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ERNEST HELSELCredential: O.D.
Location Address7600 W COLLEGE DRPalos Heights, IL 60463-1001
Mailing Address7600 W College DrPalos Heights, IL 60463-1001 · (708) 361-3120 · Fax (708) 361-4047
Phone(708) 361-3120
Fax(708) 361-4047
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateJanuary 5, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1265589584 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 IL · 046006927
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.
7600 W COLLEGE DR, Palos Heights, IL 60463
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Other Identifiers 2

Other1633255IL · Bcbs Of Il Id
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified929010IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Providence Health Plan.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 (PECOS)

Dr. John Ernest Helsel O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID244404770
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111119000064
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.
116 services114 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
42 services36 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
32 services29 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
26 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60463 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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 20

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

MARY VASQUEZ-HANSEN L.C.P.C
Counselor (Professional)
7600 W COLLEGE DR, 1ST FLOOR (BEYONG HEALING)
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 310-5034
DR. HENRY J FUENTES M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-0600
DR. JAMES EDWARD MCCORMICK DMD MS
Dentist (Endodontics)
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-1770
SUSAN C RUDA RN,MS,APN,ONC
Clinical Nurse Specialist
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-0600
FJ WALL MD & WILLIAM J RUFF MD
General Practice
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-8449
DR. THOMAS LEE WAIDZUNAS M.D.
Family Medicine
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-8449
DR. JU HYUN KIM M.D.
Pediatrics
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 448-2438
MR. NICHOLAS RYAN WALTERS PA-C
Physician Assistant
7600 W COLLEGE DR
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Cook County (708) 361-0600

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 John Helsel's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Helsel is 1265589584. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 5, 2007.

Where is John Helsel located?

John Helsel practices at 7600 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463. The listed phone number is (708) 361-3120.

What is John Helsel's specialty?

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

Is John Helsel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Helsel is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does John Helsel accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Providence Health Plan list John Helsel 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 John Helsel was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.