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MARK A BOWERS
NPI 1356438915
Optometrist in Blountville, TN

Active since October 06, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2554 HIGHWAY 394, BLOUNTVILLE, TN 37617(423) 323-3799(423) 323-3752 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Mark A Bowers NPPES

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

MARK A BOWERS (NPI 1356438915) is an individual optometrist in Blountville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (T2336) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356438915
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameMARK A BOWERS
Location Address2554 HIGHWAY 394Blountville, TN 37617
Mailing Address1323 Highway 394 Ste BBlountville, TN 37617-4133 · (423) 323-3799 · Fax (423) 323-3752
Phone(423) 323-3799
Fax(423) 323-3752
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 30, 2021
NPPES CertifiedAugust 10, 2021
✔ NPI 1356438915 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 TN · T2336
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.
2554 HIGHWAY 394, Blountville, TN 37617
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Other Identifiers 5

Other4087308TN · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Other800110477TN · John Deere
Medicaid3945417TN
Other800110477TN · Cigna
Other800110477TN · Cariten

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 (PECOS)

Mark A Bowers is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6305812579
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040908001462
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.
32 services32 patients
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.
27 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37617 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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.

MARK A. BOWERS
Optometrist
2554 HIGHWAY 394
BLOUNTVILLE, TN 37617
Sullivan County (423) 323-3799
TARA PIGEON OD
Optometrist
2554 HIGHWAY 394
BLOUNTVILLE, TN 37617
Sullivan County (423) 323-3799

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 Mark Bowers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mark Bowers is 1356438915. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2006.

Where is Mark Bowers located?

Mark Bowers practices at 2554 Highway 394, Blountville, TN 37617. The listed phone number is (423) 323-3799.

What is Mark Bowers's specialty?

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

Is Mark Bowers enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mark Bowers is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Mark Bowers 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 Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Mark Bowers 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 Mark Bowers was last updated on August 30, 2021. 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.