Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Blackstone, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Sylacauga, AL
- NPI 1477523090
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.8 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
209 W Spring St Ste 302
Sylacauga, AL 351502976
(205) 723-0081
fax (250) 723-0837
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 13, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #24790
- Medicaid
- AL #009932211
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477523090. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,494
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$345,308
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 491 | 303 | $84 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 407 | 401 | $116 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 255 | 153 | $461 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 164 | 153 | $118 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 162 | 161 | $42 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 131 | 131 | $154 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 125 | 124 | $29 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 115 | 115 | $34 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 109 | 109 | $52 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 91 | 91 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Sylacauga Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$427
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 6 | $323.33 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $36.89 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 2 | $34.34 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $32.44 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,023
Patients
1,992
Total drug cost
$417,889
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 885 | 576 | $31,293 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 817 | 541 | $35,453 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 760 | 187 | $25,127 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 504 | 347 | $179,786 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 295 | 72 | $10,243 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 166 | 43 | $2,403 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 107 | 24 | $39,750 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 99 | 31 | $6,267 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 86 | 65 | $1,280 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 77 | 16 | $14,351 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Blackstone's medical specialty?
Dr. James Blackstone practices Ophthalmology Physician in Sylacauga, AL.
Where does Dr. James Blackstone practice?
Dr. James Blackstone practices at 209 W Spring St Ste 302, Sylacauga, AL 351502976. Office phone: 2057230081.
What is Dr. James Blackstone's NPI?
Dr. James Blackstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477523090, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Blackstone accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Blackstone accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Blackstone 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); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.