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STEPHEN THOMAS TIPTON OD
NPI 1730698010
Optometrist in Fort Bragg, NC

Active since September 29, 2017PECOS Enrolled
1605 REILLY RD, FORT BRAGG, NC 28307(417) 631-3071 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Stephen Thomas Tipton Od NPPES

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

STEPHEN THOMAS TIPTON OD (NPI 1730698010) is an individual optometrist in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, licensed in Florida (OPC5465) and active in the NPI registry since September 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730698010
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN THOMAS TIPTONCredential: OD
Location Address1605 REILLY RDFort Bragg, NC 28307-5001
Mailing Address115 Cypress CirSouthern Pines, NC 28387-7300 · (417) 631-3071
Phone(417) 631-3071
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2017
✔ NPI 1730698010 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 FL · OPC5465
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.
1605 REILLY RD, Fort Bragg, NC 28307
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Accepted Insurance

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

Stephen Thomas Tipton Od is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2961818729
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210303001193
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 10

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.
220 services219 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.
186 services152 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.
67 services67 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.
59 services58 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).
55 services55 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
37 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28307 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.

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

e-Prescribing
98%321 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
36%4,241 patients2/55-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.

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 Stephen Tipton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Tipton is 1730698010. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2017.

Where is Stephen Tipton located?

Stephen Tipton practices at 1605 Reilly Rd, Fort Bragg, NC 28307. The listed phone number is (417) 631-3071.

What is Stephen Tipton's specialty?

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

Is Stephen Tipton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Tipton is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Stephen Tipton accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 4 other insurers list Stephen Tipton 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 Stephen Tipton was last updated on September 29, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.