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DR. CHRISTOPHER CHARNELL OD
NPI 1891752721
Optometrist in Maitland, FL

Active since April 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2008 LAKE HOWELL LN, MAITLAND, FL 32751(407) 647-3937(321) 251-1734 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 22, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Charnell Od NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER CHARNELL OD (NPI 1891752721) is an individual optometrist in Maitland, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC3693) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891752721
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER CHARNELLCredential: OD
Location Address2008 LAKE HOWELL LNMaitland, FL 32751-5202
Mailing Address2008 Lake Howell LnMaitland, FL 32751-5202 · (407) 847-3937 · Fax (321) 251-1734
Phone(407) 647-3937
Fax(321) 251-1734
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 22, 2020
NPPES CertifiedApril 22, 2020
✔ NPI 1891752721 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 · OPC3693
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.
2008 LAKE HOWELL LN, Maitland, FL 32751
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Charnell Od 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 ID7315954245
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060316000526
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Charnell reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lake Howell Eye Associates, LLC
Same address
Optometrist
2008 LAKE HOWELL LANE
Maitland, FL 32751
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1700123940 (407) 647-3937
Aeg Florida Professional PLLC
112 mi
Optometrist
4788 HODGES BLVD STE 205
Jacksonville, FL 32224
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 110 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1164156246 (904) 992-9991

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.
73 services71 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.
36 services36 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.
24 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32751 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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 2

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

DR. QUYNH NHU PHAM OD
Optometrist
2008 LAKE HOWELL LN
MAITLAND, FL 32751
Orange County (407) 647-3937
DR. THU PHAM OD
Optometrist
2008 LAKE HOWELL LN
MAITLAND, FL 32751
Orange County (407) 647-3937

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 Christopher Charnell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Charnell is 1891752721. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2006.

Where is Christopher Charnell located?

Christopher Charnell practices at 2008 Lake Howell Ln, Maitland, FL 32751. The listed phone number is (407) 647-3937.

What is Christopher Charnell's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Charnell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Charnell 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Charnell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Charnell reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lake Howell Eye Associates, LLC (Maitland, FL) and Aeg Florida Professional PLLC (Jacksonville, FL). Each 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 Christopher Charnell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Charnell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 16 other insurers list Christopher Charnell 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 Christopher Charnell was last updated on April 22, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.