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CHRISTY C HOHENBARY OD
NPI 1447203591
Optometrist in Effingham, IL

Active since May 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
903 MEDICAL PARK DR, EFFINGHAM, IL 62401(217) 347-2933(217) 347-2932 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2026, May 2, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Christy C Hohenbary Od NPPES

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

CHRISTY C HOHENBARY OD (NPI 1447203591) is an individual optometrist in Effingham, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046009630) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University - School Of Optometry (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447203591
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTY C HOHENBARYCredential: OD
Location Address903 MEDICAL PARK DREffingham, IL 62401-2190
Mailing AddressPo Box 372Mattoon, IL 61938-0372
Phone(217) 347-2933
Fax(217) 347-2932
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University - School Of OptometryGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1447203591 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 IL · 046009630
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.
903 MEDICAL PARK DR, Effingham, IL 62401
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Other Identifiers 3

Other2500068Blue Cross
OtherP00280064Railroad Medicare
Medicaid046009630IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health, Oscar Health Insurance, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and more.Insurance ›

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

Christy C Hohenbary Od 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 ID244291391
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041021000715
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

2

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

Effingham Ophthalmology Associates, Ltd.
Same address
Ophthalmology
903 MEDICAL PARK DR
Effingham, IL 62401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1598718454 (217) 347-2933
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
29 mi
Family Medicine
1000 HEALTH CENTER DR
Mattoon, IL 61938
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 652 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568581379 (217) 258-2525

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 9

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.
254 services232 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.
149 services148 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
85 services68 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
59 services54 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
50 services41 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
50 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 62401 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
$127.46 typical visit price
range $54.80 – $168.44
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.70 – $42.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.16 – $136.56
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)
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.

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.

88.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.13
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.15

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.

VISIONARY EYEWEAR, LLC
Eyewear Supplier
903 MEDICAL PARK DR
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
Effingham County (217) 347-2933
JOHN D KAY MD
Ophthalmology
903 MEDICAL PARK DR
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
Effingham County (217) 347-2933
JOSEPH W SPRAUL MD
Ophthalmology
903 MEDICAL PARK DR
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
Effingham County (217) 347-2933
EFFINGHAM OPHTHALMOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LTD.
Ophthalmology
903 MEDICAL PARK DR
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
Effingham County (217) 347-2933

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 Christy Hohenbary's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christy Hohenbary is 1447203591. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2006.

Where is Christy Hohenbary located?

Christy Hohenbary practices at 903 Medical Park Dr, Effingham, IL 62401. The listed phone number is (217) 347-2933.

What is Christy Hohenbary's specialty?

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

Is Christy Hohenbary enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christy Hohenbary 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christy Hohenbary's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christy Hohenbary reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Effingham Ophthalmology Associates, Ltd. (Effingham, IL) and Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center (Mattoon, IL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christy Hohenbary's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christy Hohenbary accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health, Oscar Health Insurance, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and 3 other insurers list Christy Hohenbary 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 Christy Hohenbary was last updated on March 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months 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.