JOHN EDWARD MCHALE O.D.
NPI 1295776979
Optometrist in Reading, MA

Active since June 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 201, READING, MA 01867(781) 942-9400(781) 942-9405 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About John Edward Mchale O.d. NPPES

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

JOHN EDWARD MCHALE O.D. (NPI 1295776979) is an individual optometrist in Reading, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (3446) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295776979
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN EDWARD MCHALECredential: O.D.
Location Address315 MAIN ST, SUITE 201Reading, MA 01867
Mailing Address315 Main St., Suite 201Reading, MA 01867 · (781) 942-9400 · Fax (781) 942-9405
Fax(781) 942-9405
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJune 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 2011
NPI 1295776979 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 MA · 3446
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.
315 MAIN ST, Reading, MA 01867

Other Identifiers 7

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedMC456758MA
Other151960MA · Harvard Pilgrim Healthcar
Medicaid0356611MA
Other215221202MA · United Healthcare
Medicare UPINU31721MA
Other759316MA · Tufts Health Care
OtherW15868MA · Bc/bs Of Mass

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

John Edward Mchale 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 ID5092806745
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070809000248
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

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.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01867 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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 10

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

Dentist (Endodontics)
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 302
READING, MA 01867
Clinic/Center (Rehabilitation)
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 102
READING, MA 01867
Dentist (General Practice)
315 MAIN ST
READING, MA 01867
Physical Therapist
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 102
READING, MA 01867
Acupuncturist
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 205
READING, MA 01867
Speech-Language Pathologist
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 102
READING, MA 01867
Speech-Language Pathologist
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 102
READING, MA 01867
Clinic/Center (Dental)
315 MAIN ST, SUITE 101
READING, MA 01867

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 Mchale's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Mchale is 1295776979. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 10, 2006.

Where is John Mchale located?

John Mchale practices at 315 Main St Suite 201, Reading, MA 01867. The listed phone number is (781) 942-9400.

What is John Mchale's specialty?

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

Is John Mchale enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Mchale 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 John Mchale accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list John Mchale 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 Mchale was last updated on April 27, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.