THE EYE PLACE
NPI 1619112513
Optometrist in Birmingham, AL

Active since December 05, 2008
4500 VALLEYDALE RD, SUITE 700, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242(636) 200-4393(205) 991-9600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2024, Jun 7, 2019, May 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About The Eye Place NPPES

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

THE EYE PLACE (NPI 1619112513) is a healthcare organization registered as an optometrist in Birmingham, Alabama and active in the NPI registry since December 2008. The organization lists James Wachter, Cmo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619112513
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Legal Business NameEYECARE ASSOCIATES, INC.
Location Address4500 VALLEYDALE RD, SUITE 700Birmingham, AL 35242
Mailing AddressPo Box 207243Dallas, TX 75320-7243 · (636) 200-4393 · Fax (636) 527-0766
Fax(205) 991-9600
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialJames WachterCmo · (636) 200-4393
Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2024
✔ NPI 1619112513 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
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.
Also ListedEyewear SupplierTaxonomy 332H00000X · License 5800 12205 (AL)
4500 VALLEYDALE RD, Birmingham, AL 35242

Other Names 1

Doing Business AsThe Eye Place

Other Identifiers 5

Other63-1264212Aetna El Paso
Other06210AL · Bcbs Of Alabama
Other5429AL · Davis Vision
Other63-1264212Aetna Lexington
Other21-10018United Health Care

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

The Eye Place is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Medicare Revalidation Due Date

Revalidation due by February 28, 2027

Medicare-enrolled providers and suppliers confirm their enrollment information with CMS on a set cycle, every 5 years for most and every 3 years for medical equipment suppliers. CMS sets the due date for each enrollment.

StateEnrollment IDDue date
StateAlabamaEnrollment IDO20040823000825Non-DME Part B · Clinic/Group PracticeDue dateFebruary 28, 2027
Source: CMS Revalidation Due Date List, October 2026 release.

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

89

Medicare enrollment records show 89 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to The Eye Place, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 2 practice at this address and 17 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 89
Optometry
NPI 1972111995
4500 VALLEYDALE RD STE 700
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-0700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1396707196
4500 VALLEYDALE RD STE 700
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-0700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Optometry
NPI 1942299102
2100 DATA PARK DRIVE
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 982-5000
✔ PECOS3.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1750795639
1809 DATA DR
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 982-5000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1326447822
1809 DATA DR
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 982-5000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1801884085
1809 DATA DR
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 982-5000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1285855791
1809 DATA DR
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 982-5000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1073501268
5510 HIGHWAY 280 SUITE 213
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 981-0103
✔ PECOS4.4 mi
Optometry
NPI 1710975917
5510 HIGHWAY 280 SUITE 213
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 981-0103
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare4.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1932548385
230 DOUG BAKER BLVD STE 100
Hoover, AL 35242
(205) 981-0103
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare4.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1578724647
3165 GREEN VALLEY RD
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 967-2103
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.2 mi
Optometry
NPI 1588652242
3165 GREEN VALLEY RD
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 967-2103
✔ PECOS5.2 mi
Optometry
NPI 1265444293
2617 HIGHWAY 31 S
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 664-1575
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.7 mi
Optometry
NPI 1679565055
2617 HIGHWAY 31 S
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 664-1575
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.7 mi
Optometry
NPI 1437256955
130 WILDWOOD PKWY
Homewood, AL 35209
(205) 942-0377
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.7 mi
Optometry
NPI 1639289663
1201 11TH AVE S SUITE 501
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 930-0930
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare8.5 mi
Optometry
NPI 1154312338
3429 PELHAM PKWY
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 663-3937
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare8.8 mi
Optometry
NPI 1538644117
3099 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR
Hueytown, AL 35023
(205) 491-8755
✔ PECOS15 mi
Optometry
NPI 1962485052
3099 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR
Hueytown, AL 35023
(205) 491-8755
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare15 mi
Optometry
NPI 1659825065
1825 TIN VALLEY CIR STE A
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 661-2020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare17 mi
See all 89 clinicians

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 Eyecare Associates, Inc.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Eyecare Associates, Inc. is 1619112513. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2008. The provider is doing business as The Eye Place.

Where is Eyecare Associates, Inc. located?

Eyecare Associates, Inc. is located at 4500 Valleydale Rd Suite 700, Birmingham, AL 35242. The listed phone number is (636) 200-4393.

What is Eyecare Associates, Inc.'s specialty?

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

Is Eyecare Associates, Inc. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eyecare Associates, Inc. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When is Eyecare Associates, Inc.'s Medicare revalidation due?

According to the CMS Revalidation Due Date List (October 2026 release), the Medicare Non-DME Part B enrollment for this organization (Alabama, Clinic/Group Practice) is due for revalidation by February 28, 2027. Medicare providers and suppliers revalidate their enrollment every 5 years, and medical equipment suppliers every 3 years. Confirm current requirements with your Medicare Administrative Contractor.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Eyecare Associates, Inc.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 89 clinicians, all in Optometry, reassign their Medicare billing to Eyecare Associates, Inc.. 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 and 17 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Eyecare Associates, Inc. accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Oscar Insurance Company list Eyecare Associates, Inc. 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 Eyecare Associates, Inc. was last updated on July 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.