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DR. CATHERINE JANE WARD O.D.
NPI 1669438362
Optometrist in Franklin, NC

Active since April 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
498 W MAIN ST, FRANKLIN, NC 28734(828) 524-5044(828) 524-3549 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Catherine Jane Ward O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CATHERINE JANE WARD O.D. (NPI 1669438362) is an individual optometrist in Franklin, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0974) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669438362
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CATHERINE JANE WARDCredential: O.D.
Location Address498 W MAIN STFranklin, NC 28734-2901
Mailing Address498 W Main StFranklin, NC 28734-2901 · (828) 524-5044 · Fax (828) 524-3549
Phone(828) 524-5044
Fax(828) 524-3549
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateApril 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 2009
✔ NPI 1669438362 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 · 0974
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.
498 W MAIN ST, Franklin, NC 28734
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare NSC0441570001NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC 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. Catherine Jane Ward 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 ID8820114010
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110125000426
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 3

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.
69 services69 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
68 services65 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.
20 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28734 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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%27 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. DARYL DELBERT GOSSETT O.D.
Optometrist
498 W MAIN ST
FRANKLIN, NC 28734
Macon County (828) 524-5044
GOSSETT & WARD OPTOMETRIST PA
Optometrist
498 W MAIN ST
FRANKLIN, NC 28734
Macon County (828) 524-5044

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 Catherine Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catherine Ward is 1669438362. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2006.

Where is Catherine Ward located?

Catherine Ward practices at 498 W Main St, Franklin, NC 28734. The listed phone number is (828) 524-5044.

What is Catherine Ward's specialty?

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

Is Catherine Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Catherine Ward 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 Catherine Ward accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Catherine Ward 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 Catherine Ward was last updated on February 3, 2009. 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.