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DR. JAMES ELLIS COSBY O.D
NPI 1316937063
Optometrist in Albany, GA

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2616 POINTE NORTH BLVD, ALBANY, GA 31721(229) 435-7795(229) 883-0774 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James Ellis Cosby O.d NPPES

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

DR. JAMES ELLIS COSBY O.D (NPI 1316937063) is an individual optometrist in Albany, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (1852) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316937063
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES ELLIS COSBYCredential: O.D
Location Address2616 POINTE NORTH BLVDAlbany, GA 31721-1526
Mailing Address2616 Pointe North BlvdAlbany, GA 31721-1526 · (229) 435-7795 · Fax (229) 883-0774
Phone(229) 435-7795
Fax(229) 883-0774
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Alabama Birmingham - School Of OptometryGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 2018
✔ NPI 1316937063 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 GA · 1852
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.
2616 POINTE NORTH BLVD, Albany, GA 31721
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. James Ellis Cosby 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 ID840202966
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100524000031
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 6

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 office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
256 services198 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
36 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
33 services33 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.
26 services26 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.
25 services22 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).
18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31721 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%53 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

DR. ABIGAIL MORRIS POSEY OD
Optometrist
2616 POINTE NORTH BLVD
ALBANY, GA 31721
Dougherty County (229) 435-7795
J ELLIS COSBY OD PC
Optometrist
2616 POINTE NORTH BLVD
ALBANY, GA 31721
Dougherty County (229) 435-7795

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 James Cosby's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Cosby is 1316937063. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is James Cosby located?

James Cosby practices at 2616 Pointe North Blvd, Albany, GA 31721. The listed phone number is (229) 435-7795.

What is James Cosby's specialty?

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

Is James Cosby enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Cosby 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 James Cosby accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list James Cosby 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 James Cosby was last updated on April 10, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.