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DR. JOSEPH M BAZARTE O.D.
NPI 1639229271
Optometrist in Panama City, FL

Active since January 12, 2007PECOS Enrolled
1611 LISENBY AVE, PANAMA CITY, FL 32405(850) 913-0000(850) 785-1988 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph M Bazarte O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH M BAZARTE O.D. (NPI 1639229271) is an individual optometrist in Panama City, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC001596) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639229271
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH M BAZARTECredential: O.D.
Location Address1611 LISENBY AVEPanama City, FL 32405-3711
Mailing Address1611 Lisenby AvePanama City, FL 32405-3711 · (850) 913-0000 · Fax (850) 785-1988
Phone(850) 913-0000
Fax(850) 785-1988
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 2008
✔ NPI 1639229271 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 FL · OPC001596
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.
1611 LISENBY AVE, Panama City, FL 32405
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified19809AFL
Medicare NSC0877480001FL
Other59-2451896Federal Tax Id Number
Medicare UPINT-84240FL
Medicaid620189000FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Joseph M Bazarte O.d. 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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Bazarte reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Primary Eyecare Center, LLC
60 mi
Optometrist
323 PAGE BACON RD STE 13
Mary Esther, FL 32569
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Primary Eye Care Center LLC
NPI 1346993599 (850) 243-2020
Primary Eye Care Center
60 mi
Optometrist
323 PAGE BACON RD, SUITE 13
Mary Esther, FL 32569
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
NPI 1477692135 (850) 243-7100

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 2

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.
25 services25 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.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32405 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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 Joseph Bazarte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Bazarte is 1639229271. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2007.

Where is Joseph Bazarte located?

Joseph Bazarte practices at 1611 Lisenby Ave, Panama City, FL 32405. The listed phone number is (850) 913-0000.

What is Joseph Bazarte's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Bazarte enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Bazarte is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Bazarte's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Bazarte reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Primary Eyecare Center, LLC (Mary Esther, FL) and Primary Eye Care Center (Mary Esther, FL). Each 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 Bazarte's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Bazarte accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 16 other insurers list Joseph Bazarte 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 Bazarte was last updated on April 9, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.