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KENNETH NIX
NPI 1699881565
Optometrist in Dunlap, TN

Active since August 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
15247 RANKIN AVE, DUNLAP, TN 37327(423) 949-3937(423) 949-7435 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 24, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Kenneth Nix NPPES

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

KENNETH NIX (NPI 1699881565) is an individual optometrist in Dunlap, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (ODT617) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699881565
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH NIX
Location Address15247 RANKIN AVEDunlap, TN 37327
Mailing AddressPo Box 1449Dunlap, TN 37327 · (423) 949-3937 · Fax (423) 949-7435
Phone(423) 949-3937
Fax(423) 949-7435
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 24, 2012
✔ NPI 1699881565 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 TN · ODT617
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.
15247 RANKIN AVE, Dunlap, TN 37327
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid3594241TN
Medicare UPINT61179TN
Medicare NSC0243860001TN
Medicare PIN3594241TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 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

Kenneth Nix 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 ID7810004785
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110208000018
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 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.

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.
25 services20 patients
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.
16 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37327 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

KENNETH W. NIX, O.D.
Optometrist
15247 RANKIN AVE
DUNLAP, TN 37327
Sequatchie County (423) 949-3937

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 Kenneth Nix's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Nix is 1699881565. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Nix located?

Kenneth Nix practices at 15247 Rankin Ave, Dunlap, TN 37327. The listed phone number is (423) 949-3937.

What is Kenneth Nix's specialty?

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

Is Kenneth Nix enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Nix 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 Kenneth Nix accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Providence Health Plan list Kenneth Nix 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 Kenneth Nix was last updated on October 24, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.