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FAMILY EYECARE CENTER
NPI 1427358209
Optometrist in Highland, IN

Active since October 27, 2010
8417 KENNEDY AVE, HIGHLAND, IN 46322(219) 838-2020(219) 838-0454 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 27, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Family Eyecare Center NPPES

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

FAMILY EYECARE CENTER (NPI 1427358209) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Highland, Indiana and active in the NPI registry since October 2010. The organization lists Debra Smith, Billing Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427358209
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameJAMES D. FERGUSON OD PC
Location Address8417 KENNEDY AVEHighland, IN 46322-1139
Mailing Address8417 Kennedy AveHighland, IN 46322-1139 · (219) 838-2020 · Fax (219) 838-0454
Phone(219) 838-2020
Fax(219) 838-0454
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialDebra SmithBilling Manager · (219) 972-0904
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2010
✔ NPI 1427358209 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 IN · 18002583A
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.
8417 KENNEDY AVE, Highland, IN 46322
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsFamily Eyecare Center

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINU35209IN
Medicare PIN185608AIN
Medicaid200323790IN

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

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Family Eyecare Center is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

2

Medicare enrollment records show 2 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Family Eyecare Center, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 2 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (2)

James Ferguson, O.D.
Optometry
NPI 1548269202
8417 KENNEDY AVE
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 838-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Liam Ferguson
Optometry
NPI 1194579482
8417 KENNEDY AVE
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 838-2020
✔ 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 James D. Ferguson Od PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for James D. Ferguson Od PC is 1427358209. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2010. The provider is doing business as Family Eyecare Center.

Where is James D. Ferguson Od PC located?

James D. Ferguson Od PC is located at 8417 Kennedy Ave, Highland, IN 46322. The listed phone number is (219) 838-2020.

What is James D. Ferguson Od PC's specialty?

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

Is James D. Ferguson Od PC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James D. Ferguson Od PC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through James D. Ferguson Od PC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 2 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to James D. Ferguson Od PC. 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. Of these, 2 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does James D. Ferguson Od PC accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 3 other insurers list James D. Ferguson Od PC 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 James D. Ferguson Od PC was last updated on October 27, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.