DR. EMMALEE ELAINE BARDWELL O.D.
NPI 1992483648
Optometrist in Bemidji, MN

Q: What is Emmalee Bardwell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Emmalee Bardwell is 1992483648. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2023.

Q: What is Emmalee Bardwell's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Emmalee Bardwell was last updated on June 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.

Active since July 11, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1611 ANNE ST NW, BEMIDJI, MN 56601(218) 333-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 18, 2025, Jul 11, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Dr. Emmalee Elaine Bardwell O.d. NPPES

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

DR. EMMALEE ELAINE BARDWELL O.D. (NPI 1992483648) is an individual optometrist in Bemidji, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (3878) and active in the NPI registry since July 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Bemidji.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992483648

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. EMMALEE ELAINE BARDWELLCredential: O.D.

Location Address1611 ANNE ST NWBemidji, MN 56601-5114

Mailing AddressPo Box 5074Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074

Phone(218) 333-2020

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSIndiana University - School Of OptometryGraduated 2023

Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2023

Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 18, 2025

✔ NPI 1992483648 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 MN · 3878

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.

1611 ANNE ST NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1212 3rd St NWBemidji, MN 56601-3112 · Phone (218) 751-8313

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Emmalee Elaine Bardwell 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 ID2466814868

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230817000416

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 2

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.

38 services37 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.

15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bemidji, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240100

Location1300 Anne St NWBemidji, MN 56601 · Beltrami County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56601 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.74 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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 20

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

STEPHEN J VANDYKE OD

Optometrist

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-2020

JILL OLSON MD

Family Medicine

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-5000

WILLIAM G DICKS MD

Family Medicine

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-5111

SANFORD CLINIC NORTH

Family Medicine

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-2020

GERMAINE E CHESLOCK O.D.

Optometrist

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-2020

SANFORD HEALTH OF NORTHERN MINNESOTA

Ophthalmology

1611 ANNE ST NW, STE 7
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-2020

EDGAR LEE ESPE DPM

Podiatrist

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-4915

SHELBY MARIE POTKIN MD

Ophthalmology

1611 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601

Beltrami County (218) 333-2020

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 Emmalee Bardwell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Emmalee Bardwell is 1992483648. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2023.

Where is Emmalee Bardwell located?

Emmalee Bardwell practices at 1611 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601. The listed phone number is (218) 333-2020.

What is Emmalee Bardwell's specialty?

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

Is Emmalee Bardwell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Emmalee Bardwell 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 Emmalee Bardwell accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, 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 Emmalee Bardwell 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.

Is Emmalee Bardwell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Emmalee Bardwell is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Emmalee Bardwell was last updated on June 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.