DARREN MICHAEL HESS MD, PHD
NPI 1710087606
Surgery in Wenatchee, WA

Active since September 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
820 N CHELAN AVE, WENATCHEE, WA 98801(509) 663-8711 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Darren Michael Hess Md, Phd NPPES

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

DARREN MICHAEL HESS MD, PHD (NPI 1710087606) is an individual surgery provider in Wenatchee, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60024757) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital, and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710087606
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDARREN MICHAEL HESSCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address820 N CHELAN AVEWenatchee, WA 98801-2028
Mailing Address820 N Chelan AveWenatchee, WA 98801-2028 · (509) 663-8711
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 22, 2022
NPI 1710087606 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in WA · MD60024757
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
820 N CHELAN AVE, Wenatchee, WA 98801

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1710087606WA

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

Darren Michael Hess Md, Phd 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 ID6507035854
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110803000400
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 3

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
36 services36 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
23 services19 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
17 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Confluence Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wenatchee, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500016
Location1201 S Miller StreetWenatchee, WA 98807 · Chelan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cascade Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Leavenworth, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501313
Location817 Commercial StreetLeavenworth, WA 98826 · Chelan County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98801 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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 20

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

Physical Therapist
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Pharmacist
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Pharmacist
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Physician Assistant
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801
Pediatrics (Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics)
820 N CHELAN AVE
WENATCHEE, WA 98801

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 Hess's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Hess is 1710087606. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 22, 2006.

Where is Darren Hess located?

Darren Hess practices at 820 N Chelan Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801. The listed phone number is (509) 663-8711.

What is Darren Hess's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Darren Hess enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Hess 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 Darren Hess accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Darren Hess 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.

Is Darren Hess affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darren Hess is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital and Cascade Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Hess was last updated on June 22, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.