Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Zhou, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Northport, AL
- NPI 1134675960
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3519 Watermelon RD
Northport, AL 354735174
(205) 758-0242
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 8, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S-D59-TA-A68
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134675960. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,193
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$60,559
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 1,440 | 14 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 96 | 72 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 95 | 73 | $102 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 82 | 53 | $98 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 70 | 69 | $33 | |
92273 |
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function | 68 | 68 | $113 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 59 | 21 | $99 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 47 | 47 | $116 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 45 | 40 | $53 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 44 | 39 | $31 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Northport Optometrist, average services per provider: 110. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$166
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $120.53 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 2 | $45.14 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,101
Patients
332
Total drug cost
$202,060
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 402 | 102 | $7,039 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 129 | 37 | $4,837 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 84 | 31 | $44,426 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 77 | 31 | $93,040 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 72 | 35 | $3,027 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 55 | 17 | $17,718 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 51 | 14 | $763 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 46 | 0 | $8,384 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 41 | 11 | $8,312 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 35 | 12 | $888 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Zhou's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Zhou practices Optometrist in Northport, AL.
Where does Dr. Richard Zhou practice?
Dr. Richard Zhou practices at 3519 Watermelon RD, Northport, AL 354735174. Office phone: 2057580242.
What is Dr. Richard Zhou's NPI?
Dr. Richard Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134675960, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Zhou accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Zhou accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Zhou commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.