Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Ledford, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Murrells Inlet, SC
- NPI 1497060859
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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640 Morse Ave Unit 11
Murrells Inlet, SC 295765116
(843) 357-8096
fax (843) 357-8099 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4137
Murrells Inlet, SC 295762686
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 17, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #1665
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497060859. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,516
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$74,748
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 1,629 | 27 | $3 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 375 | 366 | $35 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 182 | 182 | $140 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 115 | 88 | $85 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 112 | 107 | $118 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 32 | 25 | $37 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 30 | 25 | $120 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $102 | |
92273 |
Measurement of retinal and optic nerve function | 13 | 13 | $117 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 12 | 12 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 243. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$510
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| LKC Technologies, Inc. | 1 | $118.42 | |
| Optos, Inc. | 2 | $112.86 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $103.43 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $43.44 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. | 2 | $41.52 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $23.27 | |
| Notal Vision, Inc. | 1 | $19.72 | |
| CooperVision Inc. | 1 | $17.27 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $15.84 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 1 | $14.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
219
Patients
102
Total drug cost
$29,819
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 99 | 26 | $2,673 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 54 | 50 | $3,012 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $412 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 15 | 14 | $53 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $245 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 11 | 0 | $5,667 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $17,758 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Ledford's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Ledford practices Optometrist in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Where does Dr. Joseph Ledford practice?
Dr. Joseph Ledford practices at 640 Morse Ave Unit 11, Murrells Inlet, SC 295765116. Office phone: 8433578096.
What is Dr. Joseph Ledford's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Ledford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497060859, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Ledford accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Ledford accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Ledford commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.