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DR. CRAIG KENT KING MD
NPI 1851340285
Ophthalmology in Longview, TX

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100, LONGVIEW, TX 75605(903) 757-4662 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 17, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Craig Kent King Md NPPES

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

DR. CRAIG KENT KING MD (NPI 1851340285) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Longview, Texas, licensed in Texas (F6820) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851340285
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CRAIG KENT KINGCredential: MD
Location Address3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100Longview, TX 75605-5145
Mailing Address3209 N 4th St, Suite 100Longview, TX 75605-5145 · (903) 757-4662
Phone(903) 757-4662
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 17, 2010
✔ NPI 1851340285 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · F6820
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
3209 N 4TH ST, Longview, TX 75605
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Other Identifiers 4

Other180002305TX · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid089528602TX
Medicare UPINC17886TX
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00EZ57TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan.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

Dr. Craig Kent King Md 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 ID8729034467
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080929000721
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 14

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.
692 services666 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
326 services259 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
242 services100 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).
178 services175 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.
173 services166 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
156 services110 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Longview, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450032
Location700 E Marshall AveLongview, TX 75601 · Gregg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Longview Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Longview, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450702
Location2901 N Fourth StLongview, TX 75605 · Gregg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75605 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

74.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality98.27
Improvement Activities40
Cost18.04

Reported Quality Measures

Cataracts: 20/40 or Better Visual Acuity within 90 Days Following Cataract Surgery
99%345 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Complications After Cataract Surgery
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%358 patients
Diabetes: Eye Exam
100%290 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%3,634 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
98%320 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 2,009 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 2,009 patients
0%2,009 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
5 suppliers18 claims18 services$45.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
4 suppliers16 claims31 services$24.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

LONGVIEW OPHTHALMOLOGY ASSOCIATES, PLLC
Ophthalmology
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 757-4662
JONATHAN PIERCE WALGAMA M.D.
Ophthalmology
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 757-2020
DR. RANDY LOREN MORTON MD
Surgery
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 300
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 753-7205
MICHAEL B. GUILLORY, MD., P.A.
Ophthalmology
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 757-4662
MICHAEL B GUILLORY M.D.
Ophthalmology
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 100
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 757-4662
RANDY L. MORTON, M.D., PLLC
Surgery
3209 N 4TH ST, SUITE 300
LONGVIEW, TX 75605
Gregg County (903) 753-7205

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 Craig King's NPI number?

The NPI number for Craig King is 1851340285. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Craig King located?

Craig King practices at 3209 N 4th St Suite 100, Longview, TX 75605. The listed phone number is (903) 757-4662.

What is Craig King's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Craig King enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Craig King 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 Craig King accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and CHRISTUS Health Plan list Craig King 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 Craig King affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Craig King is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center and Longview Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Craig King was last updated on May 17, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.