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WILLIAM JEPTHA ADAMS OD
NPI 1497826986
Optometrist in Kill Devil Hills, NC

Active since November 13, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1004 S. CROATAN HIGHWAY, KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC 27948(252) 441-4872(252) 441-7812 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About William Jeptha Adams Od NPPES

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

WILLIAM JEPTHA ADAMS OD (NPI 1497826986) is an individual optometrist in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (NC970) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497826986
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM JEPTHA ADAMSCredential: OD
Location Address1004 S. CROATAN HIGHWAYKill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Mailing AddressPo Box 1916Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-1916 · (252) 441-4872 · Fax (252) 441-7812
Phone(252) 441-4872
Fax(252) 441-7812
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateNovember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 2008
✔ NPI 1497826986 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 NC · NC970
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.
1004 S. CROATAN HIGHWAY, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINT65113NC
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified246552NC
Other09011NC · Blue Crossblueshield

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 (PECOS)

William Jeptha Adams Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 6

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 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.
231 services219 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.
95 services88 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).
70 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
59 services59 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
53 services38 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.
25 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27948 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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 Adams's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Adams is 1497826986. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 13, 2006.

Where is William Adams located?

William Adams practices at 1004 S. Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948. The listed phone number is (252) 441-4872.

What is William Adams's specialty?

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

Is William Adams enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Adams is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Adams was last updated on October 30, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.