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CHARLES THOMAS O.D.
NPI 1497715619
Optometrist in Amite, LA

Active since March 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
0/100
CMS Quality Rating
420 N 2ND ST, AMITE, LA 70422(985) 748-8750(985) 748-8795 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Charles Thomas O.d. NPPES

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

CHARLES THOMAS O.D. (NPI 1497715619) is an individual optometrist in Amite, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (977254T) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497715619
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES THOMASCredential: O.D.
Location Address420 N 2ND STAmite, LA 70422-2420
Mailing Address420 N 2nd StAmite, LA 70422-2420 · (985) 748-8750 · Fax (985) 748-8795
Phone(985) 748-8750
Fax(985) 748-8795
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 2012
✔ NPI 1497715619 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 LA · 977254T
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.
420 N 2ND ST, Amite, LA 70422
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPIN5DM53LA
Medicare UPINT19480LA
Medicaid1351032LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified47918LA

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

Charles Thomas O.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 ID8628050556
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040604000028
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 10

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.
764 services375 patients
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.
376 services373 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.
375 services233 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.
322 services320 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.
282 services217 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).
173 services170 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70422 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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%59 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 3

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

DR. CATHERINE THOMAS OD
Optometrist
420 N 2ND ST
AMITE, LA 70422
Tangipahoa Parish (985) 748-8750
PRECISION OPTICAL OF HAMMOND, INC.
Optometrist
420 N 2ND ST
AMITE, LA 70422
Tangipahoa Parish (985) 748-8750
DR. CHRISTOPHER THOMAS O.D.
Optometrist
420 N 2ND ST
AMITE, LA 70422
Tangipahoa Parish (985) 981-1216

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 Charles Thomas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Thomas is 1497715619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2006.

Where is Charles Thomas located?

Charles Thomas practices at 420 N 2nd St, Amite, LA 70422. The listed phone number is (985) 748-8750.

What is Charles Thomas's specialty?

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

Is Charles Thomas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Thomas 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 Charles Thomas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 6 other insurers list Charles Thomas 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 Charles Thomas was last updated on October 3, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.