Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernest Johnson, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Tuscaloosa, AL
- NPI 1477578110
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.4 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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535 Jack Warner Pkwy Ne, Suite B-1
Tuscaloosa, AL 354045751
(205) 556-2121
fax (205) 554-0152
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 25, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #11457
- Medicaid
- AL #529202430
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477578110. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,833
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$338,423
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 831 | 776 | $117 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 290 | 260 | $37 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 259 | 214 | $83 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 161 | 158 | $33 | |
93886 |
Complete ultrasound of within the brain blood flow | 161 | 161 | $198 | |
93890 |
Ultrasound of within the brain blood flow following medication | 161 | 161 | $202 | |
93892 |
Ultrasound of within the brain blood flow for blood clots | 161 | 161 | $94 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 123 | 122 | $34 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 119 | 90 | $28 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 113 | 113 | $153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Tuscaloosa Specialist, average services per provider: 164. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$275
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 1 | $102.80 | |
| Nova Eye, INC. | 1 | $102.67 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $69.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,701
Patients
1,003
Total drug cost
$179,271
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 1,299 | 351 | $38,200 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 298 | 99 | $6,420 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 210 | 57 | $7,432 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 207 | 170 | $12,972 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 122 | 80 | $4,974 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 106 | 30 | $5,928 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 82 | 24 | $35,536 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 72 | 28 | $21,230 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 67 | 39 | $1,829 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 59 | 17 | $17,731 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernest Johnson's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernest Johnson practices Specialist in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Where does Dr. Ernest Johnson practice?
Dr. Ernest Johnson practices at 535 Jack Warner Pkwy Ne, Tuscaloosa, AL 354045751. Office phone: 2055562121.
What is Dr. Ernest Johnson's NPI?
Dr. Ernest Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477578110, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernest Johnson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernest Johnson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernest Johnson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.