JOHN CHRISTOPHER HANFORD OD INC
NPI 1356379929
Optometrist in Traverse City, MI

Active since June 30, 2006
2640 CROSSING CIR, TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684(231) 933-7195(231) 933-7197 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 20, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About John Christopher Hanford Od Inc NPPES

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

JOHN CHRISTOPHER HANFORD OD INC (NPI 1356379929) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Traverse City, Michigan and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. The organization lists John Christopher Hanford, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356379929
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameJOHN CHRISTOPHER HANFORD OD INC
Location Address2640 CROSSING CIRTraverse City, MI 49684-7930
Mailing Address5226 S Shoreview CirSuttons Bay, MI 49682-9164 · (231) 933-7195 · Fax (231) 933-7197
Fax(231) 933-7197
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialJohn Christopher HanfordPresident · (231) 933-7195
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 20, 2019
✔ NPI 1356379929 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 MI · 4901003271
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.
2640 CROSSING CIR, Traverse City, MI 49684

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, revalidation and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

John Christopher Hanford Od Inc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Medicare Revalidation Due Date

Revalidation due by October 31, 2026

Medicare-enrolled providers and suppliers confirm their enrollment information with CMS on a set cycle, every 5 years for most and every 3 years for medical equipment suppliers. CMS sets the due date for each enrollment.

StateEnrollment IDDue date
StateMichiganEnrollment IDO20060630000289Non-DME Part B · Clinic/Group PracticeDue dateOctober 31, 2026
Source: CMS Revalidation Due Date List, October 2026 release.

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 1 clinician reassigns Medicare billing to John Christopher Hanford Od Inc, which bills Medicare for the services this clinician delivers.

Clinician (1)

Optometry
NPI 1760436042
2640 CROSSING CIR
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-7195
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 John Christopher Hanford Od Inc's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Christopher Hanford Od Inc is 1356379929. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is John Christopher Hanford Od Inc located?

John Christopher Hanford Od Inc is located at 2640 Crossing Cir, Traverse City, MI 49684. The listed phone number is (231) 933-7195.

What is John Christopher Hanford Od Inc's specialty?

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

Is John Christopher Hanford Od Inc enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Christopher Hanford Od Inc is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When is John Christopher Hanford Od Inc's Medicare revalidation due?

According to the CMS Revalidation Due Date List (October 2026 release), the Medicare Non-DME Part B enrollment for this organization (Michigan, Clinic/Group Practice) is due for revalidation by October 31, 2026. Medicare providers and suppliers revalidate their enrollment every 5 years, and medical equipment suppliers every 3 years. Confirm current requirements with your Medicare Administrative Contractor.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through John Christopher Hanford Od Inc?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 1 clinician (Optometry) reassigns their Medicare billing to John Christopher Hanford Od Inc. A 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 the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does John Christopher Hanford Od Inc accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Oscar Insurance Company list John Christopher Hanford Od Inc 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 John Christopher Hanford Od Inc was last updated on December 20, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.