Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernest Champion, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Alexander City, AL
- NPI 1740261601
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1120 Airport Dr, Ste 104
Alexander City, AL 350103436
(256) 329-8400
fax (256) 329-8200
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 29, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S-908 TA 463
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740261601. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,093
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$88,281
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 282 | 278 | $34 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 231 | 231 | $116 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 154 | 66 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 132 | 51 | $83 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 80 | 69 | $36 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 49 | 49 | $138 | |
92273 |
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function | 37 | 36 | $113 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 32 | 21 | $99 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 31 | 28 | $52 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 27 | 27 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Alexander City Optometrist, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$135
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $135.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
451
Patients
82
Total drug cost
$72,252
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 153 | 23 | $1,766 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 61 | 48 | $2,688 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $28,702 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $6,111 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $6,059 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 24 | 0 | $2,909 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $3,036 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $273 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $4,618 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $530 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernest Champion's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernest Champion practices Optometrist in Alexander City, AL.
Where does Dr. Ernest Champion practice?
Dr. Ernest Champion practices at 1120 Airport Dr, Alexander City, AL 350103436. Office phone: 2563298400.
What is Dr. Ernest Champion's NPI?
Dr. Ernest Champion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740261601, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernest Champion accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernest Champion accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernest Champion commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.