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DR. JOYCE MARTIN NATIONS O.D.
NPI 1669438396
Optometrist in Canton, GA

Active since April 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
591 E MAIN ST, CANTON, GA 30114(770) 479-4481 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joyce Martin Nations O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOYCE MARTIN NATIONS O.D. (NPI 1669438396) is an individual optometrist in Canton, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (1401) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669438396
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOYCE MARTIN NATIONSCredential: O.D.
Location Address591 E MAIN STCanton, GA 30114-2801
Mailing Address591 E Main StCanton, GA 30114-2801 · (770) 479-4481
Phone(770) 479-4481
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Alabama Birmingham - School Of OptometryGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateApril 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 2015
✔ NPI 1669438396 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 GA · 1401
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.
591 E MAIN ST, Canton, GA 30114
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPIN41ZCCJP01GA
Medicaid000567124CGA
Medicaid000567124DGA
Medicare UPINU44860GA

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 Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Joyce Martin Nations 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 ID4082639240
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080724000398
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 Joyce Nations reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Cherokee Eye Group, Inc.
Same address
Optometrist
591 E MAIN ST
Canton, GA 30114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1922176627 (770) 479-4481

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 7

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.
231 services227 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.
110 services87 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).
63 services57 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
46 services43 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.
40 services37 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.
32 services32 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30114 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
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%23 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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%41 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 4

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

AMY LEIGHANN KURTH O.D.
Optometrist
591 E MAIN ST
CANTON, GA 30114
Cherokee County (770) 479-4481
JONATHAN WOOLFSON, MD PC
Ophthalmology
591 E MAIN ST
CANTON, GA 30114
Cherokee County (770) 479-4481
NORTH OPHTHALMOLOGY REFERRAL CENTER, LLC
Ophthalmology
591 E MAIN ST
CANTON, GA 30114
Cherokee County (770) 479-4481
CHEROKEE EYE GROUP, INC.
Optometrist
591 E MAIN ST
CANTON, GA 30114
Cherokee County (770) 479-4481

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 Joyce Nations's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joyce Nations is 1669438396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2006.

Where is Joyce Nations located?

Joyce Nations practices at 591 E Main St, Canton, GA 30114. The listed phone number is (770) 479-4481.

What is Joyce Nations's specialty?

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

Is Joyce Nations enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joyce Nations 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 Joyce Nations's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joyce Nations reassigns Medicare benefits to Cherokee Eye Group, Inc. (Canton, GA). 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 Joyce Nations's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joyce Nations accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Health and 7 other insurers list Joyce Nations 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 Joyce Nations was last updated on February 18, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.