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DR. DAVID A HART O.D.
NPI 1982777041
Optometrist in Americus, GA

Active since November 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled
135 GA HIGHWAY 27 E, AMERICUS, GA 31709(229) 928-2024(229) 515-4667 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. David A Hart O.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID A HART O.D. (NPI 1982777041) is an individual optometrist in Americus, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (1240-T) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern College Of Optometry (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982777041
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID A HARTCredential: O.D.
Location Address135 GA HIGHWAY 27 EAmericus, GA 31709-5520
Mailing Address135 Ga Highway 27 EAmericus, GA 31709-5520 · (229) 928-2024 · Fax (229) 928-2921
Phone(229) 928-2024
Fax(229) 515-4667
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern College Of OptometryGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2020
✔ NPI 1982777041 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 GA · 1240-T
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.
135 GA HIGHWAY 27 E, Americus, GA 31709
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Other Identifiers 3

Other100906GA · Avesis
Other326810GA · Wellcare
Medicaid000467189EGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. David A Hart O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID9032288337
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080513000130
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show David Hart reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Hart Eye Care, P.C.
Same address
Optometrist
135 GA HIGHWAY 27 E
Americus, GA 31709
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
NPI 1699950006 (229) 928-2024

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.
128 services127 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.
93 services57 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.
60 services46 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).
27 services24 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.
22 services22 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.
18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31709 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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
95%37 patients4/55-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

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

HART EYE CARE, P.C.
Optometrist
135 GA HIGHWAY 27 E
AMERICUS, GA 31709
Sumter County (229) 928-2024

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 David Hart's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Hart is 1982777041. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 16, 2006.

Where is David Hart located?

David Hart practices at 135 Ga Highway 27 E, Americus, GA 31709. The listed phone number is (229) 928-2024.

What is David Hart's specialty?

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

Is David Hart enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Hart is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for David Hart's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Hart reassigns Medicare benefits to Hart Eye Care, P.C. (Americus, GA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for David Hart's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does David Hart accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 14 other insurers list David Hart 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 David Hart was last updated on July 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.