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DR. ALAN PAUL CHOUS O.D.
NPI 1851391866
Optometrist in Tacoma, WA

Active since August 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6720 REGENTS BLVD, TACOMA, WA 98466(253) 565-9403(425) 432-5929 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Alan Paul Chous O.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALAN PAUL CHOUS O.D. (NPI 1851391866) is an individual optometrist in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (2045TX) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California - School Of Optometry (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851391866
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN PAUL CHOUSCredential: O.D.
Location Address6720 REGENTS BLVDTacoma, WA 98466-5400
Mailing Address25300 Lake Wilderness Country Club Dr SeMaple Valley, WA 98038-6003 · (425) 736-6251 · Fax (425) 432-5929
Phone(253) 565-9403
Fax(425) 432-5929
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California - School Of OptometryGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1851391866 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 WA · 2045TX
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.
6720 REGENTS BLVD, Tacoma, WA 98466
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Paul Alan Chous O.d.

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINU25541WA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified185406WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence 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. Alan Paul Chous 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 ID941352389
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090716000375
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.

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.
113 services101 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.
55 services49 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.
38 services30 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).
32 services27 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.
26 services20 patients
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.
25 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98466 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%22 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

SUBURBAN OPTICIANS, INC.
Eyewear Supplier
6720 REGENTS BLVD
UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98466
Pierce County (253) 565-2500
CHOUS EYE CARE ASSOCIATES, INC.
Optometrist
6720 REGENTS BLVD
TACOMA, WA 98466
Pierce County (253) 565-9403
MRS. YINING PENG
Massage Therapist
6720 REGENTS BLVD
UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98466
Pierce County (206) 973-6208
DR. ELIZABETH KLASCH CHOUS O.D.
Optometrist
6720 REGENTS BLVD
TACOMA, WA 98466
Pierce County (253) 565-9403

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 Alan Chous's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Chous is 1851391866. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2005. The provider is also known as Dr. Paul Alan Chous O.D..

Where is Alan Chous located?

Alan Chous practices at 6720 Regents Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98466. The listed phone number is (253) 565-9403.

What is Alan Chous's specialty?

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

Is Alan Chous enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan Chous 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 Alan Chous accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Alan Chous 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 Alan Chous was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.