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

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: August 02, 2026.

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
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

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. 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.

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 5

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

Logan Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Russellville, KY
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number180066
Location1625 Nashville StreetRussellville, KY 42276 · Logan County
Emergency services

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.

Anesthesiology
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Anesthesiology
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Emergency Medicine
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Emergency Medicine
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Internal Medicine
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104
Nurse Practitioner
1801 ASHLEY CIR
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104

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 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.

Where is Darren Fentress located?

Darren Fentress practices at 1801 Ashley Cir Suite 535, Bowling Green, KY 42104. The listed phone number is (270) 790-5550.

What is Darren Fentress's specialty?

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

Is Darren Fentress enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Fentress 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.

Is Darren Fentress affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darren Fentress is affiliated with The Medical Center (bowling Green), Logan Memorial Hospital, Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital, Frankfort Regional Medical Center and Tristar Centennial Medical Center.

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.