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REX H FREEMAN III O.D.
NPI 1699793067
Optometrist in Kernersville, NC

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1575 HWY. 66 SO., KERNERSVILLE, NC 27284(336) 993-6880(336) 993-6950 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Rex H Freeman Iii O.d. NPPES

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

REX H FREEMAN III O.D. (NPI 1699793067) is an individual optometrist in Kernersville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1118) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699793067
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameREX H FREEMAN IIICredential: O.D.
Location Address1575 HWY. 66 SO.Kernersville, NC 27284
Mailing Address1575 Hwy 66 SouthKernersville, NC 27284 · (336) 993-6880 · Fax (336) 993-6950
Phone(336) 993-6880
Fax(336) 993-6950
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 2021
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2021
✔ NPI 1699793067 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 · 1118
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.
1575 HWY. 66 SO., Kernersville, NC 27284
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8909295NC

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 Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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

Rex H Freeman Iii 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 ID1951415140
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120302000571
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 Rex Freeman reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Eyecarecenter Od PA
Same address
Optometrist
1575 NC HIGHWAY 66 S
Kernersville, NC 27284
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1427599802 (North Carolina)
  • 137 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346781721 (336) 993-8514

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 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.

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
1,767 services15 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.
143 services128 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27284 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.

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 Rex Freeman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rex Freeman is 1699793067. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is Rex Freeman located?

Rex Freeman practices at 1575 Hwy. 66 So., Kernersville, NC 27284. The listed phone number is (336) 993-6880.

What is Rex Freeman's specialty?

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

Is Rex Freeman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rex Freeman 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 Rex Freeman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rex Freeman reassigns Medicare benefits to Eyecarecenter Od PA (Kernersville, NC). 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 Rex Freeman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rex Freeman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 12 other insurers list Rex Freeman 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 Rex Freeman was last updated on August 18, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.