Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ralph Oursler, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1689637613
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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2424 Century Pl Se
Hickory, NC 286024031
(828) 322-2050
fax (828) 345-0522 - Additional location
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2060 Hickory Blvd Sw
Lenoir, NC 286456459 - Additional location
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2311 E Main St
Lincolnton, NC 280924103 - Additional location
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2640 Highway 105 Ste 102
Boone, NC 286077828 - Additional location
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810 Fairgrove Church RD
Hickory, NC 286029617
(828) 326-3000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 3445
Hickory, NC 286033445
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 20, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #900316
- Medicaid
- NC #1689637613
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689637613. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,234
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$401,045
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 428 | 237 | $447 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 417 | 409 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 251 | 251 | $159 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 244 | 243 | $45 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 219 | 219 | $121 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 199 | 199 | $29 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 150 | 131 | $86 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 134 | 94 | $294 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 61 | 58 | $38 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 31 | 31 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Hickory Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 302. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$642
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 7 | $241.14 | |
| RxSight INC | 2 | $177.53 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $121.71 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 1 | $70.61 | |
| Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited | 1 | $17.87 | |
| Thea Pharma INC. | 1 | $13.18 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
751
Patients
368
Total drug cost
$260,939
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 217 | 169 | $3,035 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 169 | 94 | $226,709 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 138 | 37 | $2,859 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 30 | 29 | $618 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 30 | 11 | $214 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 24 | 12 | $994 |
| Inveltys (Loteprednol Etabonate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $6,246 |
| Lotemax Sm (Loteprednol Etabonate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $5,134 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $480 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $12,221 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ralph Oursler's medical specialty?
Dr. Ralph Oursler practices Ophthalmology Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Ralph Oursler practice?
Dr. Ralph Oursler practices at 2424 Century Pl Se, Hickory, NC 286024031. Office phone: 8283222050.
What is Dr. Ralph Oursler's NPI?
Dr. Ralph Oursler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689637613, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ralph Oursler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ralph Oursler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ralph Oursler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.