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DR. BEN E. COUTANT O.D.
NPI 1285679878
Optometrist in Springfield, OR

Active since June 18, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2659 OLYMPIC ST, SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477(541) 744-6973 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Jun 23, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Ben E. Coutant O.d. NPPES

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

DR. BEN E. COUTANT O.D. (NPI 1285679878) is an individual optometrist in Springfield, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (2867ATI) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285679878
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BEN E. COUTANTCredential: O.D.
Location Address2659 OLYMPIC STSpringfield, OR 97477-3473
Mailing Address4815 Willamette StEugene, OR 97405-4835 · (541) 556-9425
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJune 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1285679878 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 OR · 2867ATI
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.
2659 OLYMPIC ST, Springfield, OR 97477

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. Ben E. Coutant 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 ID6002884178
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170915002762
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 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.
32 services31 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
29 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97477 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
$126.25 typical visit price
range $54.96 – $166.64
Typical copayment $31.56 (range $13.74 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.68 – $136.19
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.42 – $34.04)
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 9

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

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Eyewear Supplier
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Optometrist
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Pharmacist
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Pharmacist
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Pharmacist
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Pharmacist
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2659 OLYMPIC ST
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477

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 Ben Coutant's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ben Coutant is 1285679878. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2006.

Where is Ben Coutant located?

Ben Coutant practices at 2659 Olympic St, Springfield, OR 97477. The listed phone number is (541) 744-6973.

What is Ben Coutant's specialty?

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

Is Ben Coutant enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ben Coutant 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 Ben Coutant 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, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and BridgeSpan Health Company and 3 other insurers list Ben Coutant 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 Ben Coutant was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 24 days 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.