Independent US Healthcare Provider Directory & Public Medical Database
Active NPI 1598758781 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Kristopher Alan May , OD

Optometrist • Coldwater, MS

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Kristopher May, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Coldwater, MS. With approximately 25 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2001, Dr. May delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 412 CENTRAL AVE.

Dr. May is affiliated with Coldwater Vision Center, Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, photography of the retina, imaging of retina. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

412 Central Ave

Coldwater, MS 386183843

Telephone 6626225173
Fax 6626225590
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Coldwater Vision Center Llc Facility NPI 1003952383

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of Medicine

Graduation Year

2001

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Coldwater, MS

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
25 Yrs +8.7 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 16.3 Yrs
State Avg: 22.1 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
6 Specialists

Practicing in Coldwater, MS (431 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
37.1% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. May (25 Years) 25 Yrs
Coldwater Specialty Average (16.3 Years) 16.3 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
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
332 238 $94.84 $82.19
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
263 221 $134.85 $116.37
92250 Photography of the retina
190 185 $114.34 $32.51
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
110 69 $65.09 $50.65
92134 Imaging of retina
104 96 $74.69 $35.50
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing
86 67 $123.08 $52.94
92133 Imaging of optic nerve
44 43 $73.25 $29.99
92273 Full field recording of retinal electrical responses to external stimuli with interpretation and report
33 32 $195.00 $108.13
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
16 16 $175.00 $151.97

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License MS 697

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

Optometrist

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License TN 2302

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID
3945526 (TN)
Medicaid State Provider ID
00880194 (MS)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Od
2302 (TN)
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Caqh
11230062
Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Ms License
697 (MS)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Coldwater Vision Center, Llc

412 Central Ave, Coldwater, MS 386183843

Phone: 6626225173

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

5 Associated Practitioners
NPI 1013900208

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1306765912

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1528492170

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1790916294

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1821511361

Doctor of Optometry

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

7 Historical Events
🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 07, 2023

Optometrist (License #2302 in TN)

NPI Profile Active May 04, 2012

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

📍
Updated Practice Location May 04, 2012

Registered at 412 CENTRAL AVE, COLDWATER, MS 386183843 (Tel: 6626225173)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address May 04, 2012

Registered at PO BOX 486, 412 CENTRAL AVENUE, COLDWATER, MS 386180486 (Tel: 6626225173)

👤
Provider Name / Credentials Updated May 04, 2012

Recorded as KRISTOPHER MAY, OD

🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) May 04, 2012

Optometrist (License #697 in MS)

🟢
Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration August 24, 2005

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

Patient & Community Reviews

Verified patient ratings, medical care experiences, and facility photos

0 Reviews
No patient reviews submitted yet for Dr. Kristopher May. Be the first to share your experience!

Sign in to leave a review for Dr. Kristopher May

Only verified registered users can submit ratings, post feedback, and upload facility photos.

NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1598758781
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: August 24, 2005
Last Update: March 07, 2023
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

Po Box 486, 412 Central Avenue

Coldwater, MS 386180486

Phone: 6626225173

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

This directory listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or physician endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.