DR. DOUGLAS J COVERT MD, MPH
NPI 1194897017
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Traverse City, MI

Active since November 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.6/100
CMS Quality Rating
860 E FRONT ST, TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686(231) 938-0710(231) 938-0264 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 26, 2022, Aug 3, 2020, Jan 8, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Douglas J Covert Md, Mph NPPES

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

DR. DOUGLAS J COVERT MD, MPH (NPI 1194897017) is an individual retina specialist in Traverse City, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301097132) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194897017
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS J COVERTCredential: MD, MPH
Location Address860 E FRONT STTraverse City, MI 49686-2704
Mailing Address39650 Orchard Hill Pl Ste 200Novi, MI 48375-5391 · (248) 319-0161 · Fax (248) 319-0170
Fax(231) 938-0264
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2022
NPI 1194897017 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License Licensed in MI · 4301097132
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 4301097132 (MI)
860 E FRONT ST, Traverse City, MI 49686

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. Douglas J Covert Md, Mph 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 ID9335216506
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101111001500
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 13

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.

Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777
Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.
43,140 services162 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.
2,195 services749 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
1,780 services442 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
1,762 services195 patients
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg J2778
Ranibizumab is a medication given via injection to treat certain eye conditions like age-related macular degeneration. It works by slowing vision loss and in some cases, improving vision by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth in the eye.
1,757 services79 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.
1,500 services534 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49686 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

95.6/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality98
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
860 E FRONT ST
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Ophthalmology
860 E FRONT ST
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
860 E FRONT ST
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
860 E FRONT ST
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686

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 Douglas Covert's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Covert is 1194897017. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2006.

Where is Douglas Covert located?

Douglas Covert practices at 860 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686. The listed phone number is (231) 938-0710.

What is Douglas Covert's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is Douglas Covert enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Covert 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 Douglas Covert accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 3 other insurers list Douglas Covert 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 Douglas Covert affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Douglas Covert is affiliated with Munson Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Covert was last updated on January 26, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.