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DANIEL AHRENS
NPI 1700299658
Optometrist in Blue Island, IL

Active since June 09, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
13114 S WESTERN AVE, BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406(708) 388-1228 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Daniel Ahrens NPPES

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

DANIEL AHRENS (NPI 1700299658) is an individual optometrist in Blue Island, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046010807) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700299658
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDANIEL AHRENS
Location Address13114 S WESTERN AVEBlue Island, IL 60406
Mailing Address13114 S Western AveBlue Island, IL 60406 · (708) 388-1228
Phone(708) 388-1228
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 3, 2014
✔ NPI 1700299658 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 046010807
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 046010807 (IL)
Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License 046010807 (IL)
Also ListedOptometrist · Vision TherapyTaxonomy 152WV0400X · License 046010807 (IL)
13114 S WESTERN AVE, Blue Island, IL 60406
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 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

Daniel Ahrens 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 ID6800011834
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140708001824
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 Daniel Ahrens reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Meyer Eyecare Inc
Same address
Optometrist
13114 WESTERN AVE
Blue Island, IL 60406
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114169745 (708) 388-1228
Lilas Eye Care And Associates, LLC
9.3 mi
Optometrist
14706 S LA GRANGE RD
Orland Park, IL 60462
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346586922 (708) 403-7895

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 10

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 content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
210 services137 patients
Microfluid analysis of tears 83861
Microfluid analysis of tears involves collecting a small tear sample to examine its composition. This procedure can help detect health issues like dry eye disease, inflammation, or other eye conditions. It's a non-invasive, painless method for monitoring eye health.
188 services66 patients
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.
109 services107 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.
98 services65 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.
85 services85 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.
57 services40 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60406 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

97.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality85.82
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
76%107 patients4/55-star benchmark: 87%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
0%63 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
100%156 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
100%40 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Communication with the Physician Managing Ongoing Diabetes Care
100%20 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
74%2,675 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 98% · 543 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 543 patients
74%35 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
97%39 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.

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 Daniel Ahrens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Ahrens is 1700299658. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2014.

Where is Daniel Ahrens located?

Daniel Ahrens practices at 13114 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406. The listed phone number is (708) 388-1228.

What is Daniel Ahrens's specialty?

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

Is Daniel Ahrens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Daniel Ahrens's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Daniel Ahrens reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Meyer Eyecare Inc (Blue Island, IL) and Lilas Eye Care And Associates, LLC (Orland Park, 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 Daniel Ahrens's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Daniel Ahrens accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 9 other insurers list Daniel Ahrens 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 Daniel Ahrens was last updated on November 3, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.