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DR. JESSICA ANN THORNTON OD
NPI 1962983155
Optometrist in Anchorage, AK

Active since August 24, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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1345 W 9TH AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK 99501(907) 272-2557 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 16, 2024, Jul 12, 2019, Aug 24, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Jessica Ann Thornton Od NPPES

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

DR. JESSICA ANN THORNTON OD (NPI 1962983155) is an individual optometrist in Anchorage, Alaska, licensed in Alaska (167293) and active in the NPI registry since August 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Wasilla, and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962983155
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JESSICA ANN THORNTONCredential: OD
Location Address1345 W 9TH AVEAnchorage, AK 99501-3236
Mailing Address1345 W 9th AveAnchorage, AK 99501-3236 · (907) 272-2557 · Fax (907) 274-4932
Phone(907) 272-2557
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateAugust 24, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJune 16, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 16, 2024
✔ NPI 1962983155 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 AK · 167293
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.
1345 W 9TH AVE, Anchorage, AK 99501
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11700 E Parks Hwy Ste 300Wasilla, AK 99654-7361 · Phone (907) 376-5266

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska 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. Jessica Ann Thornton 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 ID5799012159
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201118001301
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.

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.
119 services118 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).
115 services113 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.
115 services98 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.
94 services94 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.
91 services87 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.
59 services57 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99501 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
$168.20 typical visit price
range $71.33 – $222.64
Typical copayment $42.05 (range $17.83 – $55.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$90.40 typical visit price
range $21.84 – $181.48
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $5.46 – $45.37)
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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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.

DR. PATRICK REBER O.D.
Optometrist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 272-2557
DEFORD ROLFING LLC
Massage Therapist
1345 W 9TH AVE, SUITE 202
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 229-4422
DR. IAN PATRICK FLOER FORD O.D.
Optometrist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 272-2557
DR. JOEL B WIEMAN PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
1345 W 9TH AVE, STE 200
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 276-7374
JESSICA GIESEY O.D.
Optometrist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 272-2557
KALEB PHILIP CLEMONS OD
Optometrist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (513) 340-1912
SHOSHANA SUSAN SADOW LAC
Acupuncturist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 399-5655
DR. JAMES CHRISTOPHER FALCONER JR. O.D.
Optometrist
1345 W 9TH AVE
ANCHORAGE, AK 99501
Anchorage Municipality (907) 272-2557

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 Jessica Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jessica Thornton is 1962983155. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 24, 2018.

Where is Jessica Thornton located?

Jessica Thornton practices at 1345 W 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501. The listed phone number is (907) 272-2557.

What is Jessica Thornton's specialty?

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

Is Jessica Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jessica Thornton 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 Jessica Thornton accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Jessica Thornton 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 Jessica Thornton was last updated on June 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.