Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. John Gess, OD

Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Alexandria, MN

  • NPI 1679572440
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 44 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
109 15Th Ave E
Alexandria, MN 563082512
(320) 762-5112
fax (320) 763-3297

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 20, 2009
Year of graduation
1982 — 44 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
152W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Minnesota #1921
Medicaid (2)
MN #030701146 · MN #077023000

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679572440. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
3,894
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$77,611
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 2,953 17 $1
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 292 182 $89
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 228 228 $126
92250 Photography of the retina 182 171 $37
92133 Imaging of optic nerve 119 110 $36
92134 Imaging of retina 61 61 $40
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing 35 35 $63
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 24 24 $149

In context: peer comparison

Among 5 peers in Alexandria Optometrist, average services per provider: 239. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
747
Patients
175
Total drug cost
$18,897
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 548 126 $12,242
Timolol Maleate Generic 99 31 $1,429
Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) Brand 65 18 $1,862
Brimonidine Tartrate Generic 21 0 $248
Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) Brand 14 0 $3,116

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. John Gess's medical specialty?
Dr. John Gess practices Optometrist in Alexandria, MN.
Where does Dr. John Gess practice?
Dr. John Gess practices at 109 15Th Ave E, Alexandria, MN 563082512. Office phone: 3207625112.
What is Dr. John Gess's NPI?
Dr. John Gess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679572440, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Gess accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Gess accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Gess commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.