1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Arkansas
  4. Malvern
  5. Optometrist
  6. NPI Profile

DR. GEORGE C CORA OD
NPI 1417479452
Optometrist in Malvern, AR

Active since July 12, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1023 S MAIN ST, MALVERN, AR 72104(501) 332-6262(501) 337-0373 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 25, 2025, Jul 8, 2020, Oct 12, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. George C Cora Od NPPES

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

DR. GEORGE C CORA OD (NPI 1417479452) is an individual optometrist in Malvern, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (2779) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Montgomery, and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417479452
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE C CORACredential: OD
Location Address1023 S MAIN STMalvern, AR 72104-5222
Mailing Address11225 Huron Ln Ste 200aLittle Rock, AR 72211-1861 · (501) 332-6262 · Fax (501) 337-0373
Phone(501) 332-6262
Fax(501) 337-0373
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 25, 2025
✔ NPI 1417479452 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 AR · 2779✔ Licensed in MS · 968✔ Licensed in AL · R-359-TA-D49
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.
1023 S MAIN ST, Malvern, AR 72104
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Chris Cora Od

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12020 Normandie DrMontgomery, AL 36111-2734 · Phone (334) 286-2020 · Fax (334) 517-4341

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid232049722AR

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. George C Cora Od 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 ID7618240425
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250305002219
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 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.
383 services377 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.
284 services267 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
120 services98 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.
111 services82 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.
67 services51 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.
65 services65 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72104 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.56 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

JUSTUS VISION CENTER P.A.
Optometrist
1023 S MAIN ST
MALVERN, AR 72104
Hot Spring County (501) 332-6262
ARKANSAS FAMILY EYECARE OF MALVERN
Optometrist
1023 S MAIN ST
MALVERN, AR 72104
Hot Spring County (501) 332-6262

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 George Cora's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Cora is 1417479452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2017. The provider is also known as Dr. Chris Cora Od.

Where is George Cora located?

George Cora practices at 1023 S Main St, Malvern, AR 72104. The listed phone number is (501) 332-6262.

What is George Cora's specialty?

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

Is George Cora enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Cora 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 George Cora accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 13 other insurers list George Cora 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 George Cora was last updated on February 25, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.