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Active NPI 1700844206 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Steven D Ness , MD

Ophthalmology • Taunton, MA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Steven Ness, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Taunton, MA. With approximately 24 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 2002, Dr. Ness delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 2005 BAY ST STE 206.

Dr. Ness is affiliated with Boston University Eye Associates, Inc. and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg, imaging of retina, injection, aflibercept, 1 mg. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

2005 Bay St Ste 206

Taunton, MA 027801085

Telephone 5088237473
Fax 5088243830
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

2002

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Taunton, MA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
24 Yrs +0.3 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 23.7 Yrs
State Avg: 30.8 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
32 Specialists

Practicing in Taunton, MA (841 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
58.5% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Ness (24 Years) 24 Yrs
Taunton Specialty Average (23.7 Years) 23.7 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
J2777 Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg
8,280 23 $92.00 $34.56
92134 Imaging of retina
1,189 451 $107.73 $41.02
J0178 Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg
674 65 $1740.65 $826.95
67028 Injection of drug into eye
647 135 $314.90 $120.56
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
369 228 $239.00 $91.88
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system
285 280 $336.00 $128.48
92134 Imaging of retina
224 94 $70.00 $26.21
J9035 Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg
219 50 $147.00 $72.05
67028 Injection of drug into eye
110 32 $266.70 $100.56
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
102 67 $183.00 $68.90
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system
53 51 $212.00 $78.29
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system
48 48 $397.00 $149.70
92250 Photography of the retina
40 27 $58.00 $21.79
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
18 11 $269.00 $102.07
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
17 15 $337.00 $129.76
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system
11 11 $263.00 $99.01
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing
11 11 $167.00 $65.04

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Ophthalmology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License MA 227431

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207WX0107X

State License MA 227431

An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Boston University Eye Associates, Inc.

850 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 021184001

Phone: 6174144020

Boston University Eye Associates, Inc.

2005 Bay St, Taunton, MA 027801085

Phone: 5088237473

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

8 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location November 01, 2018

Registered at 2005 BAY ST STE 206, TAUNTON, MA 027801085 (Tel: 5088237473)

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Updated Business Mailing Address November 01, 2018

Registered at 2005 BAY ST STE 206, TAUNTON, MA 027801085 (Tel: 5088237473)

NPI Profile Active June 09, 2008

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location June 09, 2008

Registered at 2005 BAY ST, SUITE 201, TAUNTON, MA 027801085 (Tel: 5088237473)

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Updated Business Mailing Address June 09, 2008

Registered at 2005 BAY ST, SUITE 201, TAUNTON, MA 027801085 (Tel: 5088237473)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated June 09, 2008

Recorded as STEVEN NESS, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) June 09, 2008

Ophthalmology (License #227431 in MA)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 03, 2006

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1700844206
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 03, 2006
Last Update: November 01, 2018
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

2005 Bay St Ste 206

Taunton, MA 027801085

Phone: 5088237473

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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