Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Paul Ernest, MD

Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Jackson, MI

  • NPI 1508861659
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 53 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1116 W Ganson St
Jackson, MI 492024240
(517) 782-9436
fax (517) 782-5166
Mailing address
850 W North St Ste 104
Jackson, MI 492023196

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
September 19, 2018
Year of graduation
1973 — 53 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Michigan #4301034151
Medicaid (3)
MI #3037757 · MI #3286304 · MI #3229602

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508861659. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
2,116
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$378,213
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 592 316 $442
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 337 331 $44
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 329 203 $20
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 298 298 $29
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 267 267 $160
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 58 54 $123
92134 Imaging of retina 53 53 $36
92025 Ct scan of cornea 43 42 $31
66982 Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 32 18 $612
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 30 30 $139

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in Jackson Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
795
Patients
609
Total drug cost
$78,635
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Prednisolone Acetate Generic 332 243 $23,065
Ofloxacin Generic 296 255 $4,627
Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) Brand 148 111 $50,533
Latanoprost Generic 19 0 $409

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Paul Ernest's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Ernest practices Ophthalmology Physician in Jackson, MI.
Where does Dr. Paul Ernest practice?
Dr. Paul Ernest practices at 1116 W Ganson St, Jackson, MI 492024240. Office phone: 5177829436.
What is Dr. Paul Ernest's NPI?
Dr. Paul Ernest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508861659, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Ernest accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Ernest accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Ernest commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.