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DR. JOSEPH FRANCIS FOLLOWELL O.D.
NPI 1578753364
Optometrist in Van Buren, AR

Active since July 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
825 FAYETTEVILLE RD, VAN BUREN, AR 72956(479) 474-2532(479) 474-0993 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Francis Followell O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH FRANCIS FOLLOWELL O.D. (NPI 1578753364) is an individual optometrist in Van Buren, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (2601) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578753364
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH FRANCIS FOLLOWELLCredential: O.D.
Location Address825 FAYETTEVILLE RDVan Buren, AR 72956-3422
Mailing Address825 Fayetteville RdVan Buren, AR 72956-3422 · (479) 474-2532 · Fax (479) 474-0993
Phone(479) 474-2532
Fax(479) 474-0993
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 2019
✔ NPI 1578753364 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 · 2601✔ Licensed in OK · 2524
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.
825 FAYETTEVILLE RD, Van Buren, AR 72956
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid200119120AOK
Medicaid166499722AR

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph Francis Followell 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 ID9830286244
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091120000588
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 4

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.
149 services149 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.
37 services30 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.
20 services20 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
18 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72956 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.

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.

EYE GROUP, LLC
Eyewear Supplier
825 FAYETTEVILLE RD
VAN BUREN, AR 72956
Crawford County (479) 782-8892
JAKE FISHER O.D.
Optometrist
825 FAYETTEVILLE RD
VAN BUREN, AR 72956
Crawford County (479) 474-2532
JOSEPH FOLLOWELL, PA
Optometrist
825 FAYETTEVILLE RD
VAN BUREN, AR 72956
Crawford County (479) 474-2532

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 Followell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Followell is 1578753364. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2007.

Where is Joseph Followell located?

Joseph Followell practices at 825 Fayetteville Rd, Van Buren, AR 72956. The listed phone number is (479) 474-2532.

What is Joseph Followell's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Followell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Followell 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 Joseph Followell 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 Sunflower Health Plan and 13 other insurers list Joseph Followell 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 Followell was last updated on February 25, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.