DR. DARREN SCOTT FENTRESS M.D.
NPI 1407986524
Internal Medicine in Bowling Green, KY

Q: What is Darren Fentress's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Fentress is 1407986524. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 7, 2007.

Q: What is Darren Fentress's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Fentress was last updated on April 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since March 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1801 ASHLEY CIR, SUITE 535, BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104(270) 790-5550(270) 793-5351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Darren Scott Fentress M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DARREN SCOTT FENTRESS M.D. (NPI 1407986524) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bowling Green, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (40850) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Medical Center (bowling Green), and is a graduate of University Of Louisville School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407986524

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DARREN SCOTT FENTRESSCredential: M.D.

Location Address1801 ASHLEY CIR, SUITE 535Bowling Green, KY 42104-3362

Mailing Address1801 Ashley Cir, Suite 535Bowling Green, KY 42104-3362 · (270) 790-5550 · Fax (270) 793-5351

Phone(270) 790-5550

Fax(270) 793-5351

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateMarch 7, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 2024

NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2024

✔ NPI 1407986524 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 40850

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 40850 (KY)

1801 ASHLEY CIR, Bowling Green, KY 42104

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Darren Scott Fentress 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 ID1658466040

PECOS Enrollment IDI20071001000044

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Darren Fentress reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hospital Medicine Services Of Ky, LLC

0.1 mi

Hospitalist

1801 ASHLEY CIR
Bowling Green, KY 42104

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
74 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1215634373 (270) 793-1000

Southeastern Physician Services PC

138 mi

Hospitalist

990 OAK RIDGE TPKE
Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
358 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1083835441 (865) 481-1000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

519 services257 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

294 services276 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

243 services128 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

118 services115 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

46 services45 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

20 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

The Medical Center (bowling Green)

Acute Care Hospitals · Bowling Green, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180013

Location250 Park StreetBowling Green, KY 42101 · Warren County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bowling Green, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180124

Location1801 Ashley CircleBowling Green, KY 42104 · Warren County

Emergency services

Frankfort Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Frankfort, KY

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180127

Location299 Kings Daughters DriveFrankfort, KY 40601 · Franklin County

Emergency services

Tristar Centennial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440161

Location2300 Patterson StreetNashville, TN 37203 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 42104 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

$122.77 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.94 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

98%406 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

9 suppliers94 claims94 services$16.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

9 suppliers98 claims98 services$85.68 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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