Quick answers
- Does Curtis J. Pennell accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Curtis J. Pennell accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Curtis J. Pennell see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 1,748 Original Medicare patients and 5,525 services for Curtis J. Pennell. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Curtis J. Pennell's NPI number?
- 1831160548. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Curtis J. Pennell, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 1,748 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 5,525 |
| Different services or procedures | 32 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 77 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient complete exam of visual system (92014)1,486 services
- Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness (76514)777 services
- Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (66984)529 services
- Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (92136)485 services
- Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (92012)324 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis49%
- Ischemic heart disease31%
- Diabetes28%
- Chronic kidney disease19%
Practice locations
Addresses where Curtis J. Pennell is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 2440 E 5th StTyler, TX 75701 (903) 595‑0500
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Curtis J. Pennell as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- East Texas Eye Care Associates PLLC12 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Tyler
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Tyler, TX — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in East Texas Eye Care Associates PLLC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport |
| Graduation year | 1991 (35 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1831160548 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians