DARREN L HOOVER MD
NPI 1689630493
Ophthalmology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since April 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1835 FORBES AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15219(412) 288-0885(412) 281-1926 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Darren L Hoover Md NPPES

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

DARREN L HOOVER MD (NPI 1689630493) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD037803E) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689630493
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDARREN L HOOVERCredential: MD
Location Address1835 FORBES AVEPittsburgh, PA 15219-5835
Mailing Address1835 Forbes AvePittsburgh, PA 15219-5835 · (412) 288-0885 · Fax (412) 281-1926
Fax(412) 281-1926
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateApril 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 2015
NPI 1689630493 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in PA · MD037803E
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

1835 FORBES AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0011042600002PA
Medicare PIN119668FH9PA
Medicare UPINC30678

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Darren L Hoover Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
32 services27 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.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15219 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Optometrist
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Optometrist
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
Ophthalmology
1835 FORBES AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15219

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 Hoover's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Hoover is 1689630493. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2006.

Where is Darren Hoover located?

Darren Hoover practices at 1835 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. The listed phone number is (412) 288-0885.

What is Darren Hoover's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Darren Hoover enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Hoover is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Hoover was last updated on April 7, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.