Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Tearse, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Redwood City, CA
- NPI 1811099435
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 59.9 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1391 Woodside RD., Suite 200
Redwood City, CA 940613574
(650) 368-3937
fax (650) 368-0270
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 12, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A42953
- Medicaid
- CA #00A429531
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811099435. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,629
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$461,176
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 539 | 247 | $112 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 445 | 363 | $30 | |
83861 |
Microfluid analysis of tears | 399 | 105 | $22 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 394 | 221 | $151 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 304 | 84 | $129 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 258 | 208 | $47 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 249 | 207 | $42 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 229 | 222 | $157 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 200 | 183 | $44 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 193 | 154 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Redwood City Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 154. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$9,513
Transactions
53
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 17 | $7,091.10 | |
| Surgical Specialties Corporation (US), INC. (Dba Corza Medical) | 8 | $940.00 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 8 | $417.29 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 9 | $382.95 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 4 | $204.61 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $180.92 | |
| Sight Sciences, INC. | 1 | $131.99 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 1 | $116.88 | |
| Dompe US, INC. | 1 | $25.66 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $21.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
601
Patients
259
Total drug cost
$227,334
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 83 | 27 | $1,544 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 62 | 18 | $1,619 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 62 | 20 | $98,433 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 54 | 52 | $1,015 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 51 | 25 | $1,788 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 49 | 32 | $18,524 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 41 | 21 | $67,219 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 40 | 32 | $1,511 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 36 | 32 | $555 |
| Rocklatan (Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprost) | Brand | 35 | 0 | $14,877 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Tearse's medical specialty?
Dr. James Tearse practices Ophthalmology Physician in Redwood City, CA.
Where does Dr. James Tearse practice?
Dr. James Tearse practices at 1391 Woodside RD., Redwood City, CA 940613574. Office phone: 6503683937.
What is Dr. James Tearse's NPI?
Dr. James Tearse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811099435, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Tearse accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Tearse accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Tearse commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Photography of content of eyes (HCPCS 92285); Microfluid analysis of tears (HCPCS 83861). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.