Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Hypes, D.O.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · West Columbia, SC
- NPI 1184064669
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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124 Sunset CT
West Columbia, SC 291692429
(803) 744-0155
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 4, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #81735
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184064669. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
14,168
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$2,312,270
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 6,660 | 24 | $36 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 1,819 | 677 | $37 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 1,426 | 168 | $845 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,046 | 279 | $116 | |
Q5128 |
Injection, ranibizumab-eqrn (cimerli), biosimilar, 0.1 mg | 935 | 57 | $273 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 654 | 378 | $82 | |
J2778 |
Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg | 511 | 34 | $220 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 418 | 352 | $116 | |
J7312 |
Injection, dexamethasone, intravitreal implant, 0.1 mg | 336 | 15 | $190 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 152 | 152 | $152 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in West Columbia Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician, average services per provider: 940. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,787
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genentech USA, INC. | 4 | $2,348.56 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $142.63 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 1 | $96.66 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $82.53 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $54.89 | |
| Alimera Sciences, INC. | 2 | $37.76 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $23.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
555
Patients
330
Total drug cost
$24,476
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 154 | 109 | $9,941 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 106 | 44 | $2,563 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 76 | 38 | $2,067 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 76 | 71 | $1,033 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 52 | 29 | $1,307 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 40 | 21 | $3,825 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 28 | 18 | $884 |
| Acetazolamide | Generic | 12 | 0 | $579 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $2,278 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Hypes's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Hypes practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in West Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Stephen Hypes practice?
Dr. Stephen Hypes practices at 124 Sunset CT, West Columbia, SC 291692429. Office phone: 8037440155.
What is Dr. Stephen Hypes's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Hypes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184064669, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Hypes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Hypes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Hypes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg (HCPCS J0178). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.