Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alex McGaughy, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Little River, SC
- NPI 1972982791
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
90 Cedar Light Ln
Little River, SC 295666978
(843) 280-8779 - Additional location
-
401 79Th Ave N # 4310
Myrtle Beach, SC 295724310
(843) 449-7115
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 8, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #82084
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972982791. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,692
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$737,052
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,044 | 1,031 | $120 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 577 | 369 | $37 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 548 | 315 | $505 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 475 | 459 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 471 | 460 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 433 | 347 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 409 | 383 | $122 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 403 | 398 | $34 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 361 | 350 | $59 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 201 | 201 | $159 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Little River Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 369. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,195
Transactions
37
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 12 | $354.11 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 8 | $339.99 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 2 | $139.00 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $67.23 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 3 | $63.06 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 2 | $61.45 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $46.08 | |
| Coherus Biosciences INC. | 1 | $31.51 | |
| Thea Pharma INC. | 1 | $27.15 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $26.87 | |
| Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited | 1 | $21.05 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $17.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,231
Patients
442
Total drug cost
$214,166
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 572 | 187 | $13,657 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 154 | 60 | $4,923 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 83 | 32 | $2,348 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 65 | 18 | $31,733 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 62 | 37 | $103,730 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 48 | 17 | $2,279 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 38 | 27 | $1,327 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $8,887 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 33 | 14 | $16,234 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 28 | 14 | $1,002 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alex McGaughy's medical specialty?
Dr. Alex McGaughy practices Ophthalmology Physician in Little River, SC.
Where does Dr. Alex McGaughy practice?
Dr. Alex McGaughy practices at 90 Cedar Light Ln, Little River, SC 295666978. Office phone: 8432808779.
What is Dr. Alex McGaughy's NPI?
Dr. Alex McGaughy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972982791, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alex McGaughy accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alex McGaughy accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alex McGaughy commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); 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.