Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joe Wheat, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Houston, TX
- NPI 1093700254
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4401 Martin Luther King Blvd
Houston, TX 772042020
(713) 743-2020
fax (713) 743-0963
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 11, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #6268 · Texas #6268T
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #6268 · TX #1746422-01
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1093700254. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
144
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$10,101
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 40 | 26 | $89 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 36 | 26 | $62 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 21 | 21 | $35 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 20 | 18 | $128 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 16 | 11 | $41 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 11 | 11 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 114 peers in Houston Optometrist, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 2.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
215
Patients
26
Total drug cost
$27,741
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 89 | 26 | $2,031 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 30 | 0 | $270 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $12,331 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $619 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $8,755 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 15 | 0 | $1,926 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $1,810 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joe Wheat's medical specialty?
Dr. Joe Wheat practices Optometrist in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Joe Wheat practice?
Dr. Joe Wheat practices at 4401 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX 772042020. Office phone: 7137432020.
What is Dr. Joe Wheat's NPI?
Dr. Joe Wheat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093700254, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joe Wheat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joe Wheat accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joe Wheat commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.