DR. JAMES C FRANCOIS O.D.
NPI 1720141641
Optometrist in Phoenix, AZ

Q: What is James Francois's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Francois is 1720141641. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 19, 2006.

Q: What is James Francois's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Francois was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since December 19, 2006PECOS Enrolled

9617 N METRO PKWY W, 2210, PHOENIX, AZ 85051(602) 789-1981 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Dr. James C Francois O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES C FRANCOIS O.D. (NPI 1720141641) is an individual optometrist in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (1296) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720141641

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES C FRANCOISCredential: O.D.

Location Address9617 N METRO PKWY W, 2210Phoenix, AZ 85051-1400

Mailing Address3428 W Sands DrPhoenix, AZ 85027-1649 · (623) 434-5247

Phone(602) 789-1981

Sole ProprietorYes

Enumeration DateDecember 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023

✔ NPI 1720141641 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 AZ · 1296

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.

9617 N METRO PKWY W, Phoenix, AZ 85051

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Other Identifiers 1

OtherP0609AAZ · State Tpa #

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield 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 (PECOS)

Dr. James C Francois O.d. 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 James Francois reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Nationwide Optometry P.C.

13 mi

Optometrist

2040 E RIO SALADO PKWY STE 120
Tempe, AZ 85288

Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
139 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1326472945 (480) 966-4992

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85051 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

$127.71 typical visit price

range $55.44 – $168.60

Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.24 typical visit price

range $17.72 – $137.41

Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)

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 8

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

SUZANNE STREFF, PLLC

Optometrist

9617 N METRO PKWY W, 1000
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 678-4395

DR. HERLYNNE MARTIN OD

Optometrist

9617 N METRO PKWY W, STE. 1000
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 678-4395

DR. SUZANNE STREFF O.D.

Optometrist

9617 N METRO PKWY W, #1000
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 678-4395

DR. SIMON RONALD ZMYSLINSKI O.D.

Optometrist

9617 N METRO PKWY W, 1000
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 678-4395

MILLIA PROMOTIONAL SERVICES

Psychologist (Group Psychotherapy)

9617 N METRO PKWY W
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (480) 233-9783

LUXOTTICA OF AMERICA INC.

Eyewear Supplier

9617 N METRO PKWY W, METRO CTR STE #1000
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 678-4881

VISIONWORKS INC.

Eyewear Supplier

9617 N METRO PKWY W, #1160
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (602) 861-1670

YOUTH WORLD EDUCATION PROJECT, INC

Case Manager/Care Coordinator

9617 N METRO PKWY W
PHOENIX, AZ 85051

Maricopa County (623) 218-9488

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 James Francois's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Francois is 1720141641. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 19, 2006.

Where is James Francois located?

James Francois practices at 9617 N Metro Pkwy W 2210, Phoenix, AZ 85051. The listed phone number is (602) 789-1981.

What is James Francois's specialty?

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

Is James Francois enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Francois is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for James Francois's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Francois reassigns Medicare benefits to Nationwide Optometry P.C. (Tempe, AZ). 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 James Francois's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Francois accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 5 other insurers list James Francois 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 James Francois was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.