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DR. JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER YEAREGO O.D.
NPI 1558374082
Optometrist in Bridgeport, WV

Active since August 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.45/100
CMS Quality Rating
220 SOUTHVIEW DR, BRIDGEPORT, WV 26330(304) 842-4070 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Christopher Yearego O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER YEAREGO O.D. (NPI 1558374082) is an individual optometrist in Bridgeport, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (902-OD) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558374082
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER YEAREGOCredential: O.D.
Location Address220 SOUTHVIEW DRBridgeport, WV 26330-4737
Mailing Address220 Southview DrBridgeport, WV 26330-4737 · (304) 842-4070
Phone(304) 842-4070
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2022
✔ NPI 1558374082 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 WV · 902-OD
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.
220 SOUTHVIEW DR, Bridgeport, WV 26330
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0149515000WV

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph Christopher Yearego 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 ID8224099668
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041020000251
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Yearego reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Regional Eye Associates, Inc.
2.9 mi
Ophthalmology
110 CAMBRIDGE PL
Bridgeport, WV 26330
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801066410 (304) 842-4070

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
167 services167 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.
137 services108 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.
119 services102 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.
93 services93 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).
79 services78 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.
64 services61 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26330 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
$124.46 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.84 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $16.71 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

76.45/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost21.5

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 Joseph Yearego's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Yearego is 1558374082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Where is Joseph Yearego located?

Joseph Yearego practices at 220 Southview Dr, Bridgeport, WV 26330. The listed phone number is (304) 842-4070.

What is Joseph Yearego's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Yearego enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Yearego 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joseph Yearego's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Yearego reassigns Medicare benefits to Regional Eye Associates, Inc. (Bridgeport, WV). The 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 Joseph Yearego's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Yearego accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Joseph Yearego 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 Joseph Yearego was last updated on January 26, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.