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DR. DARREN L THORSEN O.D.
NPI 1720082415
Optometrist in Long Beach, WA

Active since June 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
1703 PACIFIC AVE S, LONG BEACH, WA 98631(360) 642-3214(360) 642-5333 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Darren L Thorsen O.d. NPPES

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

DR. DARREN L THORSEN O.D. (NPI 1720082415) is an individual optometrist in Long Beach, Washington, licensed in Washington (3069TX) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pacific University - College Of Optometry (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720082415
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DARREN L THORSENCredential: O.D.
Location Address1703 PACIFIC AVE SLong Beach, WA 98631-3400
Mailing Address1703 Pacific Ave SLong Beach, WA 98631-3400 · (360) 642-3214 · Fax (360) 642-5333
Phone(360) 642-3214
Fax(360) 642-5333
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPacific University - College Of OptometryGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 2011
✔ NPI 1720082415 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · 3069TX✔ Licensed in OR · 2483T
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.
1703 PACIFIC AVE S, Long Beach, WA 98631
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG8803207WA
Medicaid2022549WA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedR119202OR
Medicare UPINU35367
Medicaid046289OR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans 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

Dr. Darren L Thorsen O.d. 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 ID4587556774
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040324001732, I20040621000664
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 Darren Thorsen reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Darren L Thorsen, Od
Same address
Optometrist
1703 SOUTH PACIFIC AVE
Long Beach, WA 98631
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington and Oregon enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1164601878 (Oregon)
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720204779 (360) 642-3214
Coastal Eyecare Tillamook LLC
62 mi
Medical Specialty
102 MAIN AVE
Tillamook, OR 97141
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
NPI 1295210011 (503) 374-0399

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.

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.
564 services563 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.
242 services242 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
192 services135 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.
141 services135 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).
88 services86 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
67 services52 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98631 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

87.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.78
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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
1 supplier13 claims13 services$51.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Thorsen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Thorsen is 1720082415. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2005.

Where is Darren Thorsen located?

Darren Thorsen practices at 1703 Pacific Ave S, Long Beach, WA 98631. The listed phone number is (360) 642-3214.

What is Darren Thorsen's specialty?

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

Is Darren Thorsen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Thorsen 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 Darren Thorsen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Darren Thorsen reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Darren L Thorsen, Od (Long Beach, WA) and Coastal Eyecare Tillamook LLC (Tillamook, OR). 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 Darren Thorsen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Darren Thorsen accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Darren Thorsen 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 Darren Thorsen was last updated on October 14, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.