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ALONZO HOOK COVINGTON O.D.
NPI 1861472334
Optometrist in Rockingham, NC

Active since January 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.62/100
CMS Quality Rating
101 MEDICAL CIR, ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379(910) 997-4489(910) 895-7453 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 13, 2022, Apr 20, 2022, Apr 5, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Alonzo Hook Covington O.d. NPPES

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

ALONZO HOOK COVINGTON O.D. (NPI 1861472334) is an individual optometrist in Rockingham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1099) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Wadesboro, and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861472334
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameALONZO HOOK COVINGTONCredential: O.D.
Location Address101 MEDICAL CIRRockingham, NC 28379-5221
Mailing Address2170 Midland RdSouthern Pines, NC 28387-2927 · (910) 295-2100 · Fax (910) 295-3625
Phone(910) 997-4489
Fax(910) 895-7453
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2024
✔ NPI 1861472334 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 NC · 1099
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.
101 MEDICAL CIR, Rockingham, NC 28379
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Al H Covington O.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1310 N Green StWadesboro, NC 28170-1609 · Phone (704) 694-6799 · Fax (704) 694-9827

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid246419ANC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Alonzo Hook Covington 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 ID3274695549
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101201000653
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 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.
367 services360 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.
181 services132 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.
41 services41 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.
37 services24 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).
25 services25 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.
19 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28379 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

77.62/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost25.42

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%29 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.

AL H COVINGTON OD PA
Optometrist
101 MEDICAL CIR
ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
Richmond County (910) 997-4489
CAROLINA EYE ASSOCIATES INC
Optometrist
101 MEDICAL CIR
ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
Richmond County (910) 997-4489
AL H COVINGTON OD PA
Optometrist
101 MEDICAL CIR
ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
Richmond County (910) 997-4489
DON V COVINGTON O.D.
Optometrist
101 MEDICAL CIR
ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
Richmond County (910) 997-4489

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 Alonzo Covington's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alonzo Covington is 1861472334. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Al H Covington O.D..

Where is Alonzo Covington located?

Alonzo Covington practices at 101 Medical Cir, Rockingham, NC 28379. The listed phone number is (910) 997-4489.

What is Alonzo Covington's specialty?

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

Is Alonzo Covington enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alonzo Covington 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 Alonzo Covington accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 5 other insurers list Alonzo Covington 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 Alonzo Covington was last updated on March 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.