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JOSEPH J ZINKOVICH O.D.
NPI 1285856757
Optometrist in Easley, SC

Active since May 03, 2007PECOS Enrolled
86.86/100
CMS Quality Rating
220 S PENDLETON ST, EASLEY, SC 29640(864) 859-3233(864) 850-4001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 18, 2022, Feb 15, 2018, Nov 1, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Joseph J Zinkovich O.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH J ZINKOVICH O.D. (NPI 1285856757) is an individual optometrist in Easley, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1103) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285856757
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH J ZINKOVICHCredential: O.D.
Location Address220 S PENDLETON STEasley, SC 29640-3048
Mailing Address601 Halton RdGreenville, SC 29607-3403 · (864) 458-7956 · Fax (864) 458-8390
Phone(864) 859-3233
Fax(864) 850-4001
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMay 3, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2024
✔ NPI 1285856757 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 1103✔ Licensed in KY · 2268DT
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.
220 S PENDLETON ST, Easley, SC 29640
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Joseph J Zinkovich O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Zinkovich reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Jervey Eye Group, PA
15 mi
Ophthalmology
601 HALTON RD
Greenville, SC 29607
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 26 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992775696 (864) 458-3900
Pikeville Medical Center Inc.
158 mi
Clinic/Center
148 SUITE A, WHITESBURG PLAZA
Whitesburg, KY 41858
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 579 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801106281 (606) 218-3500
University Of Pikeville
183 mi
Optometrist
147 SYCAMORE ST
Pikeville, KY 41501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 32 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841657947 (606) 218-5540
Luxottica Of America Inc.
325 mi
Point of Service
4000 LUXOTTICA PL
Mason, OH 45040
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831244953 (513) 765-6000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.
273 services261 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).
75 services74 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.
70 services70 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
60 services54 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.
59 services56 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.
47 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29640 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

86.86/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.39
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost70.65

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.

CATHERINE S BOWDEN O.D.
Optometrist
220 S PENDLETON ST
EASLEY, SC 29640
Pickens County (864) 859-3233
DIEM T. NGUYEN O.D.
Optometrist
220 S PENDLETON ST
EASLEY, SC 29640
Pickens County (864) 859-3233
JERVEY EYE GROUP, PA
Ophthalmology
220 S PENDLETON ST
EASLEY, SC 29640
Pickens County (864) 859-3233
MICHAEL MEQUIO M.D.
Ophthalmology
220 S PENDLETON ST
EASLEY, SC 29640
Pickens County (864) 859-3233
DAVID M BOWDEN M.D.
Ophthalmology
220 S PENDLETON ST
EASLEY, SC 29640
Pickens County (864) 271-3354

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 Joseph Zinkovich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Zinkovich is 1285856757. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2007.

Where is Joseph Zinkovich located?

Joseph Zinkovich practices at 220 S Pendleton St, Easley, SC 29640. The listed phone number is (864) 859-3233.

What is Joseph Zinkovich's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Zinkovich enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Zinkovich is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Zinkovich's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Zinkovich reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Jervey Eye Group, PA (Greenville, SC), Pikeville Medical Center Inc. (Whitesburg, KY), University Of Pikeville (Pikeville, KY) and Luxottica Of America Inc. (Mason, OH). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Zinkovich's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Zinkovich accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 12 other insurers list Joseph Zinkovich 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 Joseph Zinkovich was last updated on August 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.