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CARLOS R. DEFREITAS O.D.
NPI 1336136894
Optometrist in North Dartmouth, MA

Active since September 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD, SUITE 110, NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747(508) 717-0270(508) 995-3060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 8, 2025, Jul 13, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Carlos R. Defreitas O.d. NPPES

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

CARLOS R. DEFREITAS O.D. (NPI 1336136894) is an individual optometrist in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (3839) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336136894
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameCARLOS R. DEFREITASCredential: O.D.
Location Address500 FAUNCE CORNER RD, SUITE 110North Dartmouth, MA 02747-1278
Mailing Address500 Faunce Corner Rd, Suite 110North Dartmouth, MA 02747-1278 · (508) 717-0270 · Fax (508) 995-3060
Phone(508) 717-0270
Fax(508) 995-3060
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateSeptember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 26, 2025
✔ NPI 1336136894 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 MA · 3839✔ Licensed in RI · ODTG00461
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.
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD, North Dartmouth, MA 02747
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0369969MA
OtherW16157MA · B/c B/s Of Mass
Medicaid9007998RI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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

Carlos R. Defreitas 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 ID446385264
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100323000262, I20100324000391
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 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.
229 services229 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
145 services119 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.
119 services117 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).
34 services33 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.
22 services22 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.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02747 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred
13%60 patients1/55-star benchmark: 95%
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%81 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Documentation of Presence or Absence of Macular Edema and Level of Severity of Retinopathy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed which included documentation of the level of severity of retinopathy and the presence or absence of macular edema during…
70%20 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
78%1,008 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
97%38 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 262 patients
0%262 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 20

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

KAREN ANN COOK
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (774) 762-0927
ADVANCED EYE SURGERY CENTER
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD, SUITE 180
N DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 717-0270
SALLY F ALEXANDRE PA-C
Physician Assistant
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 973-1230
PHILIP WINSLOW
Optometrist
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD, SUITE 110
N DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 717-0270
STEPHEN FINNEY MD
Family Medicine
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 973-2216
ELIZABETH M. QUANN-BABINEAU NP
Nurse Practitioner
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 973-1230
MRS. KAYLEE A PINTO FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 973-2216
CHANDRA S REDDIVARI MD
Internal Medicine
500 FAUNCE CORNER RD
NORTH DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 973-3200

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 Carlos Defreitas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carlos Defreitas is 1336136894. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 30, 2005.

Where is Carlos Defreitas located?

Carlos Defreitas practices at 500 Faunce Corner Rd Suite 110, North Dartmouth, MA 02747. The listed phone number is (508) 717-0270.

What is Carlos Defreitas's specialty?

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

Is Carlos Defreitas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carlos Defreitas 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 Carlos Defreitas 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 Carlos Defreitas 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 Carlos Defreitas was last updated on July 8, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.