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DR. ALAN E FRENCH OD
NPI 1699709964
Optometrist in Fortuna, CA

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS Enrolled
630 9TH ST, FORTUNA, CA 95540(707) 725-5144(707) 725-3511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 22, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Alan E French Od NPPES

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

DR. ALAN E FRENCH OD (NPI 1699709964) is an individual optometrist in Fortuna, California, licensed in California (OPT5668TPL) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699709964
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN E FRENCHCredential: OD
Location Address630 9TH STFortuna, CA 95540-2324
Mailing Address630 9th StFortuna, CA 95540-2324 · (707) 725-5144 · Fax (707) 725-3511
Phone(707) 725-5144
Fax(707) 725-3511
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 22, 2008
✔ NPI 1699709964 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 CA · OPT5668TPL
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.
630 9TH ST, Fortuna, CA 95540
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Other Identifiers 6

MedicaidSD0056680CA
Medicaid4507726CA
Medicare OSCAR/certificationSD0056680CA
Medicare PINSD0056680CA
Medicare UPINT10074CA
Medicare NSC0801910001CA

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. Alan E French Od 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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Alan French reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District
Same address
Optometrist
630 9TH ST
Fortuna, CA 95540
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 89 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952198012 (707) 923-3921

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 9

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.

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.
115 services112 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
87 services85 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
70 services61 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.
51 services44 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.
49 services43 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).
48 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95540 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
$133.94 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $33.48 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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
63%178 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed with documented communication to the physician who manages the ongoing care of the patient with diabetes mellitus…
61%104 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Documentation of Presence or Absence of Macular Edema and Level of Severity of Retinopathy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed which included documentation of the level of severity of retinopathy and the presence or absence of macular edema during…
45%143 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
85%1,840 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
89%45 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 30% · 377 patients
Patients tobacco: 30% · 377 patients
100%32 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
98%452 patients4/55-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 3

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

DR. SETH MISKIN OD
Optometrist
630 9TH ST
FORTUNA, CA 95540
Humboldt County (707) 725-5144
ALAN E. FRENCH
Eyewear Supplier
630 9TH ST
FORTUNA, CA 95540
Humboldt County (707) 725-5144
SOUTHERN HUMBOLDT COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
Optometrist
630 9TH ST
FORTUNA, CA 95540
Humboldt County (707) 923-3921

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 Alan French's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan French is 1699709964. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Alan French located?

Alan French practices at 630 9th St, Fortuna, CA 95540. The listed phone number is (707) 725-5144.

What is Alan French's specialty?

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

Is Alan French enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan French is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Alan French's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alan French reassigns Medicare benefits to Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District (Fortuna, CA). 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 Alan French's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan French was last updated on September 22, 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.