Quick answers
- Does Edward M. Penick Iii accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Edward M. Penick Iii accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Edward M. Penick Iii see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 1,165 Original Medicare patients and 3,429 services for Edward M. Penick Iii. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Edward M. Penick Iii's NPI number?
- 1962449892. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Edward M. Penick Iii, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 1,165 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 3,429 |
| Different services or procedures | 42 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 75 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient complete exam of visual system (92014)883 services
- Imaging of retina (92134)440 services
- Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power (76519)388 services
- Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (66984)347 services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more (99213)286 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure73%
- High cholesterol71%
- Arthritis46%
- Ischemic heart disease25%
- Anxiety23%
- Diabetes21%
Practice locations
Addresses where Edward M. Penick Iii is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 5300 W Markham StLittle Rock, AR 72205 (501) 664‑5354
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Edward M. Penick Iii as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Central Arkansas Ophthalmology3 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Little Rock
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Little Rock, AR — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Central Arkansas Ophthalmology
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 2002 (24 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1962449892 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians