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DR. RACHEL FERGUSON OD
NPI 1942722293
Optometrist in Columbia, SC

Active since July 07, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.44/100
CMS Quality Rating
7499 PARKLANE RD STE 160, COLUMBIA, SC 29223(803) 741-7177(803) 741-7776 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 20, 2026, Apr 22, 2026, Jun 14, 2024 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Rachel Ferguson Od NPPES

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

DR. RACHEL FERGUSON OD (NPI 1942722293) is an individual optometrist in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1995) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio State University - College Of Optometry (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942722293
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RACHEL FERGUSONCredential: OD
Location Address7499 PARKLANE RD STE 160Columbia, SC 29223-7650
Mailing AddressPo Box 11407Birmingham, AL 35246-8575 · (864) 359-1308
Phone(803) 741-7177
Fax(803) 741-7776
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1942722293 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 SC · 1995
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.
7499 PARKLANE RD STE 160, Columbia, SC 29223
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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. Rachel Ferguson 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 ID547515959
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180626000298
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.
219 services135 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.
90 services90 patients
Microfluid analysis of tears 83861
Microfluid analysis of tears involves collecting a small tear sample to examine its composition. This procedure can help detect health issues like dry eye disease, inflammation, or other eye conditions. It's a non-invasive, painless method for monitoring eye health.
86 services38 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).
79 services77 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.
71 services70 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.
46 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29223 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.

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.

92.44/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.89
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Rachel Ferguson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rachel Ferguson is 1942722293. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2017.

Where is Rachel Ferguson located?

Rachel Ferguson practices at 7499 Parklane Rd Ste 160, Columbia, SC 29223. The listed phone number is (803) 741-7177.

What is Rachel Ferguson's specialty?

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

Is Rachel Ferguson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rachel Ferguson 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 Rachel Ferguson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, 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 Rachel Ferguson 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 Rachel Ferguson was last updated on July 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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.