Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel George, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Weslaco, TX
- NPI 1689718819
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 97.1 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1519 E 6Th St
Weslaco, TX 785966605
(956) 968-3171
fax (956) 968-5783
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 6, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M2957
- Medicaid
- TX #187192305
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689718819. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
11,579
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,237,342
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 2,700 | 16 | $37 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 1,781 | 721 | $39 | |
J9035 |
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg | 1,708 | 260 | $71 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,577 | 701 | $122 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 1,533 | 323 | $129 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 761 | 284 | $86 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 624 | 479 | $36 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 504 | 42 | $867 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 215 | 214 | $60 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 115 | 115 | $146 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Weslaco Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 512. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$484
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genentech USA, INC. | 5 | $225.02 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 5 | $134.22 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $62.17 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $48.74 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $13.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,888
Patients
1,563
Total drug cost
$846,670
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 893 | 261 | $28,175 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 603 | 146 | $233,400 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 411 | 134 | $23,394 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 400 | 118 | $176,092 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 395 | 126 | $14,175 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 351 | 120 | $12,478 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 335 | 96 | $10,421 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 333 | 173 | $5,596 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 333 | 111 | $8,711 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 201 | 55 | $6,866 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel George's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel George practices Ophthalmology Physician in Weslaco, TX.
Where does Dr. Joel George practice?
Dr. Joel George practices at 1519 E 6Th St, Weslaco, TX 785966605. Office phone: 9569683171.
What is Dr. Joel George's NPI?
Dr. Joel George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689718819, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel George accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel George accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel George commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg (HCPCS J9035). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.