Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Cates, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Richmond, IN
- NPI 1467424176
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2001 Chester Blvd
Richmond, IN 473741200
(765) 966-0583
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 8, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Indiana #18003111
- Medicaid
- IN #466220G
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467424176. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,040
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$83,934
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 243 | 242 | $119 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 190 | 185 | $35 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 162 | 130 | $85 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 86 | 82 | $56 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 70 | 63 | $36 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 59 | 59 | $142 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 51 | 36 | $101 | |
92273 |
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function | 43 | 42 | $118 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 42 | 42 | $26 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 40 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 10.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$125
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. | 3 | $46.86 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $28.67 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 1 | $17.34 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $17.01 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $15.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
352
Patients
126
Total drug cost
$84,777
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 126 | 30 | $1,330 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 80 | 69 | $2,831 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 42 | 16 | $44,298 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 35 | 11 | $31,835 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $1,370 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $108 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $370 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $2,635 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Cates's medical specialty?
Dr. John Cates practices Optometrist in Richmond, IN.
Where does Dr. John Cates practice?
Dr. John Cates practices at 2001 Chester Blvd, Richmond, IN 473741200. Office phone: 7659660583.
What is Dr. John Cates's NPI?
Dr. John Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467424176, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Cates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Cates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Cates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.