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Dr. Emily Charlson, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1609296466
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2452 Watson CT
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 723-4000 - Additional location
-
751 S Bascom Ave
San Jose, CA 951282604
(602) 999-7636
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 20, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A137508
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609296466. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,887
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$366,825
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 739 | 590 | $150 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 381 | 286 | $107 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 163 | 156 | $50 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 124 | 124 | $195 | |
92082 |
Exam of visual field with intermediate testing | 122 | 122 | $59 | |
67950 |
Reconstruction of eyelid margin | 72 | 70 | $580 | |
11900 |
Injection into skin growth, 1-7 growths | 48 | 37 | $66 | |
15823 |
Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid | 40 | 40 | $1,147 | |
67961 |
Removal of up to 1/4 of eyelid margin and repair of eyelid | 38 | 33 | $702 | |
67921 |
Suture repair of turning-inward eyelid defect | 32 | 32 | $454 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 263. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$48,961
Transactions
89
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 47 | $47,760.48 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 22 | $603.24 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 7 | $231.33 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $149.73 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 4 | $79.00 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 2 | $39.38 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 1 | $22.61 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $19.93 | |
| Sight Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $19.72 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 1 | $19.18 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $16.22 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
921
Patients
527
Total drug cost
$88,760
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 491 | 348 | $6,733 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 68 | 50 | $3,521 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 62 | 51 | $2,076 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 42 | 0 | $722 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 42 | 21 | $1,187 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 40 | 12 | $36,670 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 28 | 14 | $240 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $10,165 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 23 | 14 | $243 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $20,711 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Emily Charlson's medical specialty?
Dr. Emily Charlson practices Ophthalmology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Emily Charlson practice?
Dr. Emily Charlson practices at 2452 Watson CT, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Office phone: 6507234000.
What is Dr. Emily Charlson's NPI?
Dr. Emily Charlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609296466, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Emily Charlson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Emily Charlson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Emily Charlson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.