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JOSEPH C THOMPSON M.D.
NPI 1962400507
Ophthalmology in Terrytown, LA

Active since July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
608 TERRY PKWY, TERRYTOWN, LA 70056(504) 361-3937(504) 364-5700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Joseph C Thompson M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH C THOMPSON M.D. (NPI 1962400507) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Terrytown, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (11192R) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962400507
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH C THOMPSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address608 TERRY PKWYTerrytown, LA 70056-4306
Mailing Address608 Terry PkwyTerrytown, LA 70056-4306 · (504) 361-3937 · Fax (504) 364-5700
Phone(504) 361-3937
Fax(504) 364-5700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 2011
✔ NPI 1962400507 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 11192R
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
608 TERRY PKWY, Terrytown, LA 70056
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1661694LA
Medicare UPINF59332
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5W181E533LA

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

Joseph C Thompson M.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 ID8426104852
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100929001360
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 5

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.
65 services64 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
49 services35 patients
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 76519
An ultrasound scan for the eye is a safe, non-invasive procedure. It uses sound waves to create images of your eye's structure. This helps determine the length of your eye and the power of your lens, which is crucial for diagnosing eye conditions and planning surgeries.
21 services13 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).
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70056 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
$128.88 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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 3

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

C V EYECARE,LLC
Optometrist (Corneal and Contact Management)
608 TERRY PKWY
TERRYTOWN, LA 70056
Jefferson Parish (504) 361-3937
CARY J VINCENT OD
Optometrist
608 TERRY PKWY
TERRYTOWN, LA 70056
Jefferson Parish (504) 361-3937
TNICKS EYECARE LLC
Optometrist
608 TERRY PKWY
TERRYTOWN, LA 70056
Jefferson Parish (504) 361-3937

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 Joseph Thompson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Thompson is 1962400507. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Joseph Thompson located?

Joseph Thompson practices at 608 Terry Pkwy, Terrytown, LA 70056. The listed phone number is (504) 361-3937.

What is Joseph Thompson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Joseph Thompson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Thompson 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 Joseph Thompson 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 Blue Shield of Wyoming and 5 other insurers list Joseph Thompson 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 Joseph Thompson was last updated on January 7, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.