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DR. R DEAN GURLEY O.D.
NPI 1912988577
Optometrist in Blytheville, AR

Active since November 10, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
527 N 6TH ST, SUITE A, BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315(870) 762-2297(870) 763-2552 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 28, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. R Dean Gurley O.d. NPPES

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

DR. R DEAN GURLEY O.D. (NPI 1912988577) is an individual optometrist in Blytheville, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (2285) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912988577
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. R DEAN GURLEYCredential: O.D.
Location Address527 N 6TH ST, SUITE ABlytheville, AR 72315-2407
Mailing Address527 N 6th St, Suite ABlytheville, AR 72315-2407 · (870) 762-2297
Phone(870) 762-2297
Fax(870) 763-2552
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 28, 2015
✔ NPI 1912988577 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 AR · 2285
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.
527 N 6TH ST, Blytheville, AR 72315
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINT20295AR
Medicare PIN49240G251AR
Medicare NSC0401390001AR
Medicaid163428722AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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. R Dean Gurley 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 ID5890846166
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090625000682
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 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.
208 services184 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.
203 services179 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.
104 services92 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.
84 services50 patients
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function 92273
This procedure checks the health of your eyes, specifically the retina and optic nerve. These parts help in visual interpretation. The test involves non-invasive techniques to measure your eye's response to light and assess its functioning.
58 services50 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.
28 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72315 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.56 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier38 claims38 services$53.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12-2.00d cylinder, per lens V2303
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier15 claims28 services$58.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Anti-reflective coating, per lens V2750
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$20.83 avg. paid by Medicare
U-v lens, per lens V2755
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier44 claims76 services$17.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

JENNIFER A BUTTON OD
Optometrist
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 762-2297
MATTHEW EDGAR JONES OD
Optometrist
527 N 6TH ST, SUITE A
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 762-2297
FRANK E BUTTON OD
Optometrist
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 762-2297
RONALD D SMITH MD
Family Medicine
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 763-4541
JAMES DAVID DYE MD
Family Medicine
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 763-4541
DR. JENNIFER EUNICE ANDERSON CONNELL O.D., M.S., B.S.
Optometrist
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 762-2297
JAMES D.DYE,M.D.,P.A.
Family Medicine
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 763-4541
AIMEE HATCH NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
527 N 6TH ST
BLYTHEVILLE, AR 72315
Mississippi County (870) 762-5260

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 R Gurley's NPI number?

The NPI number for R Gurley is 1912988577. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2005.

Where is R Gurley located?

R Gurley practices at 527 N 6th St Suite A, Blytheville, AR 72315. The listed phone number is (870) 762-2297.

What is R Gurley's specialty?

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

Is R Gurley enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. R Gurley 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 R Gurley accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 11 other insurers list R Gurley 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 R Gurley was last updated on May 28, 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.