Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Day, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Gardendale, AL
- NPI 1104856681
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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137 West Shugart Ridge Road
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-5681
fax (205) 631-2479 - Mailing address
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137 W Shugart Ridge RD
Gardendale, AL 350712671
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 1, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S658
- Medicaid
- AL #000058106
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1104856681. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
687
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$51,422
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 189 | 136 | $84 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 163 | 162 | $116 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 140 | 134 | $34 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 72 | 17 | $99 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 71 | 71 | $37 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 30 | 28 | $34 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 22 | 22 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Gardendale Optometrist, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 9.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$604
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 5 | $187.39 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 6 | $173.84 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 4 | $84.67 | |
| Lkc Technologies, INC. | 1 | $75.26 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 3 | $66.25 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $16.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
716
Patients
139
Total drug cost
$67,048
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 379 | 81 | $10,254 |
| Levobunolol Hcl | Generic | 123 | 35 | $2,857 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 41 | 0 | $1,746 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 37 | 11 | $446 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $1,391 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $26,777 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $13,855 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 13 | 12 | $165 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $2,367 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $133 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Day's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Day practices Optometrist in Gardendale, AL.
Where does Dr. Howard Day practice?
Dr. Howard Day practices at 137 West Shugart Ridge Road, Gardendale, AL 35071. Office phone: 2056315681.
What is Dr. Howard Day's NPI?
Dr. Howard Day's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104856681, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Day accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Day accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Day commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.