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DR. SHONDA D. ACHORD O.D.
NPI 1861593477
Optometrist in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since September 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12726 PERKINS RD, BATON ROUGE, LA 70810(225) 767-3937(225) 767-3917 Get Directions Write a Review

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

About Dr. Shonda D. Achord O.d. NPPES

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

DR. SHONDA D. ACHORD O.D. (NPI 1861593477) is an individual optometrist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (1095-205T) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861593477
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHONDA D. ACHORDCredential: O.D.
Location Address12726 PERKINS RDBaton Rouge, LA 70810-1910
Mailing Address12726 Perkins RdBaton Rouge, LA 70810-1910 · (225) 767-3937 · Fax (225) 767-3917
Phone(225) 767-3937
Fax(225) 767-3917
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateSeptember 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 24, 2012
✔ NPI 1861593477 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 LA · 1095-205T
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.
12726 PERKINS RD, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINU34752LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4B024LA
Medicaid1952524LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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. Shonda D. Achord 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 ID3678697570
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100913000024
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 8

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.
133 services132 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.
38 services31 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
23 services17 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.
21 services20 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).
15 services15 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.
14 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70810 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%20 patients5/55-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.

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.

WELLNESS PHARMACY
Pharmacy (Long Term Care Pharmacy)
12726 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 256-3083
ACHORD EYE CLINIC
Optometrist
12726 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 767-3937
ACHORD EYE CLINIC
Eyewear Supplier
12726 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 767-3937
DR. DUY NGUYEN PHARMD
Pharmacist
12726 PERKINS RD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 256-3083

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 Shonda Achord's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shonda Achord is 1861593477. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 26, 2006.

Where is Shonda Achord located?

Shonda Achord practices at 12726 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810. The listed phone number is (225) 767-3937.

What is Shonda Achord's specialty?

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

Is Shonda Achord enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shonda Achord 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 Shonda Achord accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 6 other insurers list Shonda Achord 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 Shonda Achord was last updated on August 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.