Type 1 · Individual ✓ Active NPI ✓ Valid NPI checksum
Dr. Bernard M Kovacs, O.D.
Optometrist in Saint Louis, MO · enumerated 2006.
Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES
National Provider Identifier
1831179670
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Registry record
Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Dr. Bernard M Kovacs
Credential O.D.
Sex Male
Practice address 176 Crestwood Plz, Saint Louis, MO, 63126
Phone (314) 968-3660
Fax (314) 968-3559
Enumeration date Jan 18, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Jul 8, 2007
Taxonomy & licenses
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses.
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Other identifiers
| Identifier | Type | State | Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183966 | Other | MO | BCBS OF MISSOURI |
| 567053 | Other | MO | HEALTHLINK |
What is an NPI number?
A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit number that CMS assigns to every U.S. healthcare provider and organization under HIPAA. Type 1 NPIs identify individual providers; Type 2 NPIs identify organizations. The NPI appears on insurance claims, prescriptions, and credentialing paperwork, and never changes, even if the provider moves or changes specialty.
Frequently asked questions
How do I verify Bernard Kovacs's NPI record?
Cross-check NPI 1831179670 against the official CMS registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov. This page mirrors the same public NPPES data with a monthly snapshot.
Is NPI 1831179670 active?
Yes, as of the latest NPPES snapshot, NPI 1831179670 is active (record last updated 2007-07-08).
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2007-07-08.