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MR. DARREN PRESTON HUGHES PA-C
NPI 1811906803
Physician Assistant in Dallas, TX

Active since August 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, STE 130, LB 11, DALLAS, TX 75231(214) 750-1207(214) 739-5029 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 16, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mr. Darren Preston Hughes Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. DARREN PRESTON HUGHES PA-C (NPI 1811906803) is an individual physician assistant in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA02866) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811906803
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. DARREN PRESTON HUGHESCredential: PA-C
Location Address8210 WALNUT HILL LN, STE 130, LB 11Dallas, TX 75231-4405
Mailing Address8210 Walnut Hill Ln, Ste 130, Lb 11Dallas, TX 75231-4405 · (214) 750-1207 · Fax (214) 739-5029
Phone(214) 750-1207
Fax(214) 739-5029
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 16, 2009
✔ NPI 1811906803 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · PA02866
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, Dallas, TX 75231
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Other Identifiers 9

Other85N520TX · Bcbs
Medicare PIN970017231TX
Medicare PIN85N519TX
Medicaid103396102TX
Other85N519TX · Bcbs
Medicare PIN85N520TX
Medicare PIN970017230TX
Medicare UPINP21219
Medicaid103396101TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Darren Preston Hughes Pa-c 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 ID3476688912
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100323000056
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 8

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.

Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
138 services132 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.
68 services68 patients
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
57 services54 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
43 services42 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
28 services22 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Acute Care Hospitals · Dallas, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450462
Location8200 Walnut Hill LaneDallas, TX 75231 · Dallas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Institute For Surgery At Presbyterian Hospit

Acute Care Hospitals · Dallas, TX
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450889
Location7115 Greenville Avenue Suite 100Dallas, TX 75231 · Dallas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75231 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
$88.19 typical visit price
range $57.18 – $172.86
Typical copayment $22.04 (range $14.29 – $43.21)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.28 typical visit price
range $18.48 – $141.20
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.62 – $35.30)
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.

MICHAEL R ROSENTHAL MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, #619
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-5630
RAJASHRI PATIL MD PA
Internal Medicine
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, BLDG 1 ,STE 306
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 306-4030
MRS. COURTNEY WRIGHT NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, SUITE 615
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-4160
PROFESSIONAL VASCULAR DIAGNOSTICS INC.
Clinic/Center
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, SUITE 907
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 577-7012
PHILIP M BROWN MD
Anesthesiology
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, SUITE 905
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 378-7605
JENNIFER FRIES LCSW
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
8210 WALNUT HILL LN
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7355
DR. HOWARD MARTIN MINTZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, SUITE 314
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 363-8447
DR. SHAMIM KHAMBATI M.D.
Internal Medicine
8210 WALNUT HILL LN, SUITE 230
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (972) 284-7000

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 Hughes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Hughes is 1811906803. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 7, 2006.

Where is Darren Hughes located?

Darren Hughes practices at 8210 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 130, Lb 11, Dallas, TX 75231. The listed phone number is (214) 750-1207.

What is Darren Hughes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Darren Hughes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Hughes 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 Hughes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Molina Healthcare list Darren Hughes 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 Hughes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darren Hughes is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas and Texas Institute For Surgery At Presbyterian Hospit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Hughes was last updated on June 16, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.