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DR. JOSEPH M PITCAVAGE DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY
NPI 1336167279
Optometrist in Mt Pleasant, SC

Active since July 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
730 COLEMAN BLVD, MT PLEASANT, SC 29464(843) 870-4073(843) 471-2022 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 29, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph M Pitcavage Doctor Of Optometry NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH M PITCAVAGE DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY (NPI 1336167279) is an individual optometrist in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1374) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336167279
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH M PITCAVAGECredential: DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY
Location Address730 COLEMAN BLVDMt Pleasant, SC 29464-4053
Mailing Address650 Pawley RdMount Pleasant, SC 29464-3566 · (843) 870-4073
Phone(843) 870-4073
Fax(843) 471-2022
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 29, 2017
✔ NPI 1336167279 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 SC · 1374
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.
730 COLEMAN BLVD, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidD13741SC

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph M Pitcavage Doctor Of Optometry 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 ID5395750244
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060214000121
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Pitcavage reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lowcountry Eye Care Of Mt Pleasant, LLC
1.6 mi
Optometrist
855 HOUSTON NORTHCUTT BLVD
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306314562 (843) 797-1264
Avondale Eye Care
7.7 mi
Optometrist
1251 SAVANNAH HWY
Charleston, SC 29407
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285807131 (843) 870-4073
Lowcountry Eye Care Of Goose Creek
16 mi
Optometrist
425 RED BANK RD
Goose Creek, SC 29445
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 14 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336440668 (843) 797-1254
Lowcountry Eye Care Of Cane Bay, LLC
26 mi
Optometrist
1718 STATE RD # 176, SUITE 3 (8D)
Summerville, SC 29486
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1700319282 (843) 797-1264

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 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.
85 services84 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.
37 services37 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.
23 services22 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.
19 services19 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).
15 services15 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.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29464 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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%21 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

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

BELLA EYE CARE INC
Optometrist
730 COLEMAN BLVD
MT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Charleston County (843) 870-4073

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 Joseph Pitcavage's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Pitcavage is 1336167279. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2006.

Where is Joseph Pitcavage located?

Joseph Pitcavage practices at 730 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464. The listed phone number is (843) 870-4073.

What is Joseph Pitcavage's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Pitcavage enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Pitcavage 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 Joseph Pitcavage's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Pitcavage reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Lowcountry Eye Care Of Mt Pleasant, LLC (Mount Pleasant, SC), Avondale Eye Care (Charleston, SC), Lowcountry Eye Care Of Goose Creek (Goose Creek, SC) and Lowcountry Eye Care Of Cane Bay, LLC (Summerville, SC). 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 Joseph Pitcavage's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Pitcavage accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 13 other insurers list Joseph Pitcavage 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 Joseph Pitcavage was last updated on December 29, 2017. 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.