Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. James Cole, MD

Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · El Paso, TX

  • NPI 1033108931
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 99.0 / 100 · 2023
  • 35 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1400 Common Dr
El Paso, TX 799365922
(915) 595-4375
fax (915) 575-4460

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
September 18, 2018
Year of graduation
1991 — 35 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #K0687

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033108931. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
2,672
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$506,942
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 1,057 502 $25
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 754 438 $509
68841 Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 592 350 $16
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 177 131 $300
76519 Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power 25 23 $36
65855 Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow 24 18 $197
66991 Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye 23 14 $637
66982 Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 20 16 $694

In context: peer comparison

Among 9 peers in El Paso Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 175. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
245
Patients
233
Total drug cost
$14,498
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Prednisolone Acetate Generic 245 233 $14,498

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. James Cole's medical specialty?
Dr. James Cole practices Ophthalmology Physician in El Paso, TX.
Where does Dr. James Cole practice?
Dr. James Cole practices at 1400 Common Dr, El Paso, TX 799365922. Office phone: 9155954375.
What is Dr. James Cole's NPI?
Dr. James Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033108931, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Cole accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Cole accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Cole commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye (HCPCS 68841). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.