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DR. ALEXANDER SOMERVILLE WARD O.D.
NPI 1740582931
Optometrist in Anderson, SC

Active since November 22, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN, ANDERSON, SC 29625(864) 224-5783 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Alexander Somerville Ward O.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER SOMERVILLE WARD O.D. (NPI 1740582931) is an individual optometrist in Anderson, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1617) and active in the NPI registry since November 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of International American University At Puerto Rico - School Of Optometry (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740582931
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER SOMERVILLE WARDCredential: O.D.
Location Address100 COUNTRY CLUB LNAnderson, SC 29625-1717
Mailing Address100 Country Club LnAnderson, SC 29625-1717 · (864) 224-5783
Phone(864) 224-5783
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSInternational American University At Puerto Rico - School Of OptometryGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateNovember 22, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 2015
✔ NPI 1740582931 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 1617✔ Licensed in GA · 2480
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.
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN, Anderson, SC 29625
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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 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

Dr. Alexander Somerville Ward 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 ID2365697042
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130301000498
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 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.

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.
310 services161 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.
115 services115 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).
63 services63 patients
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.
43 services43 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.
41 services40 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.
39 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29625 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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 4

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

EYE ASSOCIATES, PA
Optometrist
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN
ANDERSON, SC 29625
Anderson County (864) 224-5783
DR. VAUGHN DAVID PARFITT OD
Optometrist
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN
ANDERSON, SC 29625
Anderson County (864) 224-5783
DR. KAREN MAK O.D.
Optometrist
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN
ANDERSON, SC 29625
Anderson County (864) 224-5783
CAROLINA EYE CARE AND ASSOCIATES, PA
Optometrist
100 COUNTRY CLUB LN
ANDERSON, SC 29625
Anderson County (864) 224-5783

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 Alexander Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Ward is 1740582931. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 22, 2010.

Where is Alexander Ward located?

Alexander Ward practices at 100 Country Club Ln, Anderson, SC 29625. The listed phone number is (864) 224-5783.

What is Alexander Ward's specialty?

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

Is Alexander Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Ward 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 Alexander Ward 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 South Carolina and Molina Healthcare and 1 other insurer list Alexander Ward 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 Alexander Ward was last updated on July 27, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.