Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Pinkston, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Optometrist · Waynesville, NC
- NPI 1427313568
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1604 Sulphur Springs RD
Waynesville, NC 287864117
(828) 456-8361
fax (828) 452-4527
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 10, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- North Carolina #2464 · Georgia #OPT002704 · Florida #OPC4879
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427313568. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
298
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$24,298
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 104 | 99 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 66 | 52 | $121 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 33 | 29 | $34 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 28 | 25 | $38 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 20 | 18 | $59 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 20 | 15 | $21 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $158 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 210. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$304
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 2 | $116.20 | |
| Topcon Healthcare, Inc. | 2 | $107.12 | |
| CooperVision Inc. | 1 | $65.07 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $15.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
144
Patients
32
Total drug cost
$11,124
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 66 | 21 | $1,526 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 43 | 11 | $1,102 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $437 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $8,059 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Pinkston's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Pinkston practices Optometrist in Waynesville, NC.
Where does Dr. Thomas Pinkston practice?
Dr. Thomas Pinkston practices at 1604 Sulphur Springs RD, Waynesville, NC 287864117. Office phone: 8284568361.
What is Dr. Thomas Pinkston's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Pinkston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427313568, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Pinkston accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Pinkston accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Pinkston commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.