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DR. WILLIAM MEEK GILLESPIE III M.D.
NPI 1366445520
Ophthalmology in Columbus, MS

Active since May 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5.97/100
CMS Quality Rating
425 HOSPITAL DR, STE 8, COLUMBUS, MS 39705(662) 328-2061(662) 328-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. William Meek Gillespie Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM MEEK GILLESPIE III M.D. (NPI 1366445520) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Columbus, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (9117) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366445520
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM MEEK GILLESPIE IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address425 HOSPITAL DR, STE 8Columbus, MS 39705-1938
Mailing Address425 Hospital Dr, Ste 8Columbus, MS 39705-1938 · (662) 328-2061 · Fax (662) 328-5000
Phone(662) 328-2061
Fax(662) 328-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 2014
✔ NPI 1366445520 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 9117
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
425 HOSPITAL DR, Columbus, MS 39705
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified180000054MS
Medicare UPINB29971MS
Other730-00304AL · Bc/bs Of Al
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified180011940MS · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid00011695MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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

Dr. William Meek Gillespie Iii M.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 ID7618863234
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110106000070
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 9

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 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.
1,362 services934 patients
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519
An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.
727 services268 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
447 services267 patients
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 68841
This procedure involves placing a small implant into your tear duct. The implant slowly releases medication to your eye, helping manage conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma. It's a simple, quick procedure typically performed under local anesthesia.
237 services142 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.
217 services217 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.
195 services159 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39705 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

5.97/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost19.92

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
3 suppliers50 claims50 services$57.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d, per lens V2200
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
2 suppliers12 claims15 services$33.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, bifocal, plus or minus 4.12 to plus or minus 7.00d, per lens V2201
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier31 claims52 services$40.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Sphere, trifocal, plus or minus 4.12 to plus or minus 7.00d, per lens V2301
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier20 claims35 services$52.01 avg. paid by Medicare
U-v lens, per lens V2755
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier64 claims125 services$10.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

JOHN S DORNAN NP
Nurse Practitioner
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 4
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-0650
COLUMBUS LUNG PHYSICIANS PLLC
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE1
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 327-8455
INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATION, P.C.
Internal Medicine
425 HOSPITAL DR, STE 6
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 243-2008
DR. SCOTT T BRADLEY M.D.
Ophthalmology
425 HOSPITAL DR, STE 8
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 328-2061
COLUMBUS OBGYN SPECIALTY CENTER PLLC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 5
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-0095
CURTIS OPTOMETRY CLINIC AND DISPENSARY, P. A.
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 7
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 327-6341
TAMMY L MILLER NP
Nurse Practitioner
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 4
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-0650
INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES OF COLUMBUS, P.C.
Clinical Medical Laboratory
425 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 6
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 243-2013

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 William Gillespie's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Gillespie is 1366445520. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2005.

Where is William Gillespie located?

William Gillespie practices at 425 Hospital Dr Ste 8, Columbus, MS 39705. The listed phone number is (662) 328-2061.

What is William Gillespie's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is William Gillespie enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Gillespie 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 William Gillespie accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list William Gillespie 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 William Gillespie was last updated on April 14, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.