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DR. THOMAS JOSEPH BEGGINS M.D.
NPI 1235140104
Ophthalmology in Middletown, CT

Active since August 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.55/100
CMS Quality Rating
535 SAYBROOK ROAD, GROUND FLOOR, MIDDLETOWN, CT 06457(860) 347-9377(860) 347-4146 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas Joseph Beggins M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS JOSEPH BEGGINS M.D. (NPI 1235140104) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Middletown, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (029597) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235140104
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS JOSEPH BEGGINSCredential: M.D.
Location Address535 SAYBROOK ROAD, GROUND FLOORMiddletown, CT 06457-4711
Mailing Address535 Saybrook Road, Ground FloorMiddletown, CT 06457-4711 · (860) 347-9377 · Fax (860) 347-4146
Phone(860) 347-9377
Fax(860) 347-4146
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateAugust 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 2013
✔ NPI 1235140104 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 029597
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.
535 SAYBROOK ROAD, Middletown, CT 06457
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Other Identifiers 7

Medicare UPINE04343CT
Medicare UPINE04343
Medicaid004172821CT
Medicare PIN180000807CT
Medicaid001295973CT
Medicaid001295973-01CT
Medicare NSC6130580001CT

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 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. Thomas Joseph Beggins 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 ID3476552647
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110907000847
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.

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.
604 services377 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.
523 services448 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.
401 services174 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.
190 services38 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).
128 services124 patients
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035
Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
127 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06457 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

98.55/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost95.16

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

CONNECTICUT EYE PHYSICIANS P.C.
Ophthalmology
535 SAYBROOK ROAD, GROUND FLOOR
MIDDLETOWN, CT 06457
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region (860) 347-9377
DR. ANTHONY L SALIERNO M.D.
Ophthalmology
535 SAYBROOK ROAD, GROUND FLOOR
MIDDLETOWN, CT 06457
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region (860) 347-9377

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 Thomas Beggins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Beggins is 1235140104. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2006.

Where is Thomas Beggins located?

Thomas Beggins practices at 535 Saybrook Road Ground Floor, Middletown, CT 06457. The listed phone number is (860) 347-9377.

What is Thomas Beggins's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Beggins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Beggins 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 Thomas Beggins accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Thomas Beggins 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 Thomas Beggins was last updated on July 30, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.