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JENNIFER ALVERSON OD
NPI 1316959679
Optometrist in Southside, AL

Active since August 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1800 AL-77, SOUTHSIDE, AL 35907(256) 442-6200(256) 442-6292 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Jennifer Alverson Od NPPES

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

JENNIFER ALVERSON OD (NPI 1316959679) is an individual optometrist in Southside, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (S879TA440) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316959679
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameJENNIFER ALVERSONCredential: OD
Location Address1800 AL-77Southside, AL 35907-0169
Mailing Address15933 Clayton Rd Ste 201Ballwin, MO 63011-2172 · (636) 200-4393 · Fax (636) 527-0766
Phone(256) 442-6200
Fax(256) 442-6292
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Alabama Birmingham - School Of OptometryGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 2016
✔ NPI 1316959679 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 AL · S879TA440
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.
1800 AL-77, Southside, AL 35907
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINU73208AL
Medicaid009946130AL

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Jennifer Alverson Od 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 ID6103902275
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080329000054
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Jennifer Alverson reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Eyecare Associates, Inc.
0.1 mi
Optometrist
1755 HIGHWAY 77
Southside, AL 35907
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 89 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1891862942 (636) 200-4393
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
53 mi
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
619 19TH ST S # JT845
Birmingham, AL 35249
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 460 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356674360 (205) 934-7072

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 3

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.
36 services36 patients
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.
26 services16 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.
23 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35907 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

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 Jennifer Alverson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Alverson is 1316959679. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2006.

Where is Jennifer Alverson located?

Jennifer Alverson practices at 1800 Al-77, Southside, AL 35907. The listed phone number is (256) 442-6200.

What is Jennifer Alverson's specialty?

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

Is Jennifer Alverson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jennifer Alverson 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Jennifer Alverson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jennifer Alverson reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Eyecare Associates, Inc. (Southside, AL) and University Of Alabama At Birmingham (Birmingham, AL). 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 Jennifer Alverson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Jennifer Alverson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 17 other insurers list Jennifer Alverson 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 Jennifer Alverson was last updated on September 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.