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DR. BERNARD M KOVACS O.D.
NPI 1831179670
Optometrist in Saint Louis, MO

Q: What is Bernard Kovacs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bernard Kovacs is 1831179670. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2006.

Q: What is Bernard Kovacs's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bernard Kovacs was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 33 days 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.

Active since January 18, 2006PECOS Enrolled

176 CRESTWOOD PLZ, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63126(314) 968-3660(314) 968-3559 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Bernard M Kovacs O.d. NPPES

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

DR. BERNARD M KOVACS O.D. (NPI 1831179670) is an individual optometrist in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2003020949) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831179670

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. BERNARD M KOVACSCredential: O.D.

Location Address176 CRESTWOOD PLZSaint Louis, MO 63126-1701

Mailing Address13 Meadow Lake DrSaint Louis, MO 63146-5468 · (314) 432-5319

Phone(314) 968-3660

Fax(314) 968-3559

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1831179670 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2003020949

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.

176 CRESTWOOD PLZ, Saint Louis, MO 63126

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Other Identifiers 2

Other183966MO · Bcbs Of Missouri

Other567053MO · Healthlink

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Bernard M Kovacs O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63126 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

$128.28 typical visit price

range $55.65 – $169.38

Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.50 typical visit price

range $17.76 – $137.92

Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)

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.

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 Bernard Kovacs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bernard Kovacs is 1831179670. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2006.

Where is Bernard Kovacs located?

Bernard Kovacs practices at 176 Crestwood Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63126. The listed phone number is (314) 968-3660.

What is Bernard Kovacs's specialty?

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

Is Bernard Kovacs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bernard Kovacs is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Bernard Kovacs accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 6 other insurers list Bernard Kovacs 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 Bernard Kovacs was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 33 days 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.