DR. JOHN L BRINKLEY OD
NPI 1952365702
Optometrist in Columbia, SC

Active since April 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
360 HARBISON BLVD, COLUMBIA, SC 29212(803) 732-8663 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. John L Brinkley Od NPPES

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

DR. JOHN L BRINKLEY OD (NPI 1952365702) is an individual optometrist in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (656) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952365702
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN L BRINKLEYCredential: OD
Location Address360 HARBISON BLVDColumbia, SC 29212-2248
Mailing Address119 Latonea DrColumbia, SC 29210-7572 · (803) 798-8642 · Fax (803) 798-0422
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 2014
NPI 1952365702 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in SC · 656
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.
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License 656 (SC)
Also ListedTechnician/Technologist · OpticianTaxonomy 156FX1800X · License 656 (SC)
360 HARBISON BLVD, Columbia, SC 29212

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid253936SC
Medicare PINT241926690SC
Medicare PINT241925531SC
Medicare PINT241926691SC
Medicare UPINT24192SC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. John L Brinkley 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 ID1850384124
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100924001135
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 10

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.

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.
316 services306 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
213 services117 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.
172 services172 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.
96 services96 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.
74 services65 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).
48 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29212 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.

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%32 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
81%540 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%3,402 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
0%3,402 patients1/55-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 13

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

Pharmacist
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Eyewear Supplier
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Pharmacist
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Pharmacist
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Pharmacist
360 HARBISON BLVD
COLUMBIA, SC 29212

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 John Brinkley's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Brinkley is 1952365702. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2006.

Where is John Brinkley located?

John Brinkley practices at 360 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212. The listed phone number is (803) 732-8663.

What is John Brinkley's specialty?

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

Is John Brinkley enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Brinkley 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 John Brinkley accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 6 other insurers list John Brinkley 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 John Brinkley was last updated on March 11, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.