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DR. RICHARD E. HULTS O.D.
NPI 1629146972
Optometrist in Akron, OH

Active since December 02, 2006PECOS Enrolled
3265 W. MARKET ST., AKRON, OH 44333(330) 836-2200(866) 425-2239 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Richard E. Hults O.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD E. HULTS O.D. (NPI 1629146972) is an individual optometrist in Akron, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (3420) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University - School Of Optometry (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629146972
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD E. HULTSCredential: O.D.
Location Address3265 W. MARKET ST.Akron, OH 44333
Mailing AddressPo Box 880Hudson, OH 44236-5880 · (330) 687-4748 · Fax (866) 425-2239
Phone(330) 836-2200
Fax(866) 425-2239
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University - School Of OptometryGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateDecember 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 20, 2020
✔ NPI 1629146972 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 3420
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.
Also ListedOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementTaxonomy 152WC0802X · License 3420 (OH)
3265 W. MARKET ST., Akron, OH 44333
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health 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)

Dr. Richard E. Hults O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8224079124
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050728001221
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.

Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
25 services25 patients
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.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44333 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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 Hults's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Hults is 1629146972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 2, 2006.

Where is Richard Hults located?

Richard Hults practices at 3265 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44333. The listed phone number is (330) 836-2200.

What is Richard Hults's specialty?

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

Is Richard Hults enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Hults is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Richard Hults accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and 3 other insurers list Richard Hults 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 Richard Hults was last updated on January 20, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.