DR. GARY ALLEN PASSONS MD
NPI 1689784985
Ophthalmology in Memphis, TN

Active since August 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD, MEMPHIS, TN 38120(901) 683-1112(901) 683-1174 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2023, Sep 9, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Gary Allen Passons Md NPPES

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

DR. GARY ALLEN PASSONS MD (NPI 1689784985) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD12831) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689784985
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GARY ALLEN PASSONSCredential: MD
Location Address909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RDMemphis, TN 38120-4016
Mailing Address909 Ridgeway Loop RdMemphis, TN 38120 · (901) 683-1112 · Fax (901) 683-1174
Fax(901) 683-1174
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 9, 2020
NPI 1689784985 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TN · MD12831
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.
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD, Memphis, TN 38120

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid30235061TN
Medicaid3023507TN
Other4176670TN · Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Tennessee

Accepted Insurance

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. Gary Allen Passons Md 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 ID840274387
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081104000699
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 11

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 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.
1,558 services1,381 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.
597 services570 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.
386 services373 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).
249 services242 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
167 services147 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
128 services128 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38120 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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.

98.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality96.89
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

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.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
10 suppliers19 claims19 services$47.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
6 suppliers13 claims25 services$20.16 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 4

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

Ophthalmology
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Ophthalmology
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Ophthalmology
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Ophthalmology
909 RIDGEWAY LOOP RD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120

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 Gary Passons's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Passons is 1689784985. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Where is Gary Passons located?

Gary Passons practices at 909 Ridgeway Loop Rd, Memphis, TN 38120. The listed phone number is (901) 683-1112.

What is Gary Passons's specialty?

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

Is Gary Passons enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gary Passons 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.

What insurance does Gary Passons accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Health Plan, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Gary Passons 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 Gary Passons was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.