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KENNETH WHITTEN BEST O.D.
NPI 1336100742
Optometrist in Charlotte, NC

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
8316 MEDICAL PLAZA DR SUITE E, CHARLOTTE, NC 28262(704) 547-1551 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Kenneth Whitten Best O.d. NPPES

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

KENNETH WHITTEN BEST O.D. (NPI 1336100742) is an individual optometrist in Charlotte, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1079) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336100742
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH WHITTEN BESTCredential: O.D.
Location Address8316 MEDICAL PLAZA DR SUITE ECharlotte, NC 28262
Mailing Address8316 Medical Plaza Dr Suite ECharlotte, NC 28262 · (704) 547-1551
Phone(704) 547-1551
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2014
✔ NPI 1336100742 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 NC · 1079
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.
8316 MEDICAL PLAZA DR SUITE E, Charlotte, NC 28262
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Other Identifiers 9

Medicare PIN246397ENC
Medicare PIN246397FNC
Other09068NC · Bcbs
Medicare NSC0485250001NC
Medicaid8909068NC
Medicare PIN246397CNC
Medicare UPINT64934NC
Other1847127NC · United Healthcare
Medicare NSC0485250003NC

Accepted Insurance

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

Kenneth Whitten Best 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 ID8628972106
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100331000488
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 8

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.
390 services387 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.
166 services163 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.
67 services65 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).
66 services64 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.
63 services54 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.
53 services53 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28262 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

98.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality96.59
Improvement Activities40

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 Kenneth Best's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Best is 1336100742. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Best located?

Kenneth Best practices at 8316 Medical Plaza Dr Suite E, Charlotte, NC 28262. The listed phone number is (704) 547-1551.

What is Kenneth Best's specialty?

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

Is Kenneth Best enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Best 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 Kenneth Best accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 6 other insurers list Kenneth Best 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 Kenneth Best was last updated on November 20, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.