Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Carson, O.D.
Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · San Mateo, CA
- NPI 1942523394
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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50 S San Mateo Dr, Suite 200
San Mateo, CA 944013857
(650) 342-4595
fax (650) 342-3932
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152WC0802X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #9133T
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942523394. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
816
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$75,470
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 154 | 151 | $159 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 150 | 135 | $114 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 148 | 121 | $81 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 100 | 69 | $109 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 86 | 83 | $34 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 78 | 78 | $43 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 77 | 76 | $46 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 23 | 23 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 102. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$226
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 3 | $69.28 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 2 | $43.32 | |
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 1 | $28.44 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $25.93 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $23.28 | |
| Thea Pharma Inc. | 1 | $19.59 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. | 1 | $15.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
912
Patients
154
Total drug cost
$136,060
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 392 | 96 | $11,710 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 151 | 39 | $1,433 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 63 | 19 | $1,686 |
| Rhopressa (Netarsudil Mesylate) | Brand | 59 | 0 | $23,477 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 51 | 0 | $22,021 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $1,490 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 33 | 0 | $798 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $9,665 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $14,705 |
| Rocklatan (Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprost) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $17,156 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Carson's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Carson practices Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist in San Mateo, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Carson practice?
Dr. Michael Carson practices at 50 S San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 944013857. Office phone: 6503424595.
What is Dr. Michael Carson's NPI?
Dr. Michael Carson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942523394, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Carson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Carson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Carson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.