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Active NPI 1497758460 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Thad David Hardin , MD

Ophthalmology • Athens, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Thad Hardin, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Athens, TX. With approximately 33 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 1993, Dr. Hardin delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1240 S PALESTINE ST.

Dr. Hardin is affiliated with Charles L. Heaton, M.D. P.A. and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient complete exam of visual system, measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye, established patient problem focused exam of visual system. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

1240 S Palestine St

Athens, TX 757513619

Telephone 9036758111
Fax 9036753888
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Charles L. Heaton , M.d. P.a. Facility NPI 1710403738

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal)

Graduation Year

1993

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Athens, TX

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
33 Yrs +9.5 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 23.5 Yrs
State Avg: 26.2 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
3 Specialists

Practicing in Athens, TX (1616 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
72.5% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Hardin (33 Years) 33 Yrs
Athens Specialty Average (23.5 Years) 23.5 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
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system
749 720 $295.00 $121.19
92136 Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
481 178 $160.00 $24.51
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
394 261 $190.00 $85.50
92134 Imaging of retina
387 361 $110.00 $38.92
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
284 162 $3000.00 $513.54
92133 Imaging of optic nerve
191 185 $110.00 $34.99
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing
147 144 $180.00 $60.83
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system
124 124 $325.00 $142.02
66821 Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
87 69 $979.48 $302.87
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
66 63 $225.00 $124.80
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
38 38 $285.00 $161.69
76514 Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
19 19 $50.00 $10.36
92020 Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
15 15 $80.00 $26.49

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2025-08-28
Ophthalmology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X

State License TX L0248

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.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Charles L. Heaton, M.d. P.a.

2415 W Main St, Gun Barrel City, TX 751563639

Phone: 90352604442111

Charles L. Heaton, M.d. P.a.

3415 Golden Rd, Tyler, TX 757018355

Charles L. Heaton, M.d. P.a.

3355 Earl Campbell Pkwy, Tyler, TX 757018435

Phone: 90352604442111

Charles L. Heaton, M.d. P.a.

1240 S Palestine St, Athens, TX 757513619

Phone: 90352604442111

Secondary Practice Locations

3355 Earl Campbell Pkwy

Tyler, TX 757018435

Phone: 9035260444

3415 Golden Rd

Tyler, TX 757018355

Phone: 9035260444

2394 H G Mosley Pkwy

Longview, TX 756043661

Phone: 9035399520

2415 W Main St

Gun Barrel City, TX 751563639

Phone: 9035260444

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

3 Associated Practitioners
NPI 1184065526

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1902406721

Doctor of Optometry

NPI 1942569421

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

10 Historical Events
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Updated Business Mailing Address August 28, 2025

Registered at 3355 EARL CAMPBELL PKWY, TYLER, TX 757018435 (Tel: 9035260444)

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Updated Practice Location May 22, 2025

Registered at 1240 S PALESTINE ST, ATHENS, TX 757513619 (Tel: 9036758111)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) November 18, 2024

Ophthalmology (License #L0248 in TX)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) November 08, 2023

Ophthalmology (License #L0248 in TX)

NPI Profile Active April 10, 2008

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location April 10, 2008

Registered at 1260 S PALESTINE ST, ATHENS, TX 757513619 (Tel: 9036758111)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 10, 2008

Registered at 3415 GOLDEN RD, TYLER, TX 757018355 (Tel: 9035260444)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated April 10, 2008

Recorded as THAD HARDIN, M. D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 10, 2008

Ophthalmology (License #L0248 in TX)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 24, 2005

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1497758460
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 24, 2005
Last Update: August 28, 2025
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

3355 Earl Campbell Pkwy

Tyler, TX 757018435

Phone: 9035260444

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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