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RICHARD B AHRENS JR. PA-C
NPI 1417389735
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Vernon, CT

Active since August 09, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
224 HARTFORD TPKE, VERNON, CT 06066(860) 728-6740 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard B Ahrens Jr. Pa-c NPPES

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

RICHARD B AHRENS JR. PA-C (NPI 1417389735) is an individual surgical provider in Vernon, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (2949) and active in the NPI registry since August 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417389735
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD B AHRENS JR.Credential: PA-C
Location Address224 HARTFORD TPKEVernon, CT 06066-4763
Mailing Address224 Hartford TpkeVernon, CT 06066-4763 · (860) 728-6740
Phone(860) 728-6740
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJune 18, 2021
✔ NPI 1417389735 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 2949
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License 2949 (CT)
224 HARTFORD TPKE, Vernon, CT 06066
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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

Richard B Ahrens Jr. Pa-c 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 ID5698900553
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131030001220
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 4

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.
55 services38 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
27 services27 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.
25 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
12 services11 patients

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

Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%49 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
38%285 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
58%285 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
3%285 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
27%285 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

ADVANCED ORTHOPEDICS NEW ENGLAND
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 06066
Capitol Planning Region (860) 728-6740
VERNON URGENT CARE CENTER, LLC
Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)
224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 06066
Capitol Planning Region (860) 871-6939
DARYLE A RUARK MD ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON PC
Orthopaedic Surgery
224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 06066
Capitol Planning Region (860) 728-6740
DAVID MICAH KRUGER MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 06066
Capitol Planning Region (860) 728-6740

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 Richard Ahrens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Ahrens is 1417389735. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2013.

Where is Richard Ahrens located?

Richard Ahrens practices at 224 Hartford Tpke, Vernon, CT 06066. The listed phone number is (860) 728-6740.

What is Richard Ahrens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Richard Ahrens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Ahrens 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Ahrens was last updated on June 18, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.