Dr. Deborah Watkins Alexander , MD
Ophthalmology • Weslaco, TX
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Deborah Alexander, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Weslaco, TX. With approximately 45 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1981, Dr. Alexander delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1519 E 6TH ST.
Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Thurmond Eye Associates Pllc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include chronic care management services, first, imaging of optic nerve, established patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1519 E 6th St
Weslaco, TX 785966605
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
1981
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Weslaco, TX
Practicing in Weslaco, TX (1616 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
99490
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month
|
252 | 72 | $75.00 | $63.55 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
222 | 214 | $100.00 | $36.18 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
214 | 159 | $100.00 | $91.26 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
194 | 177 | $150.00 | $128.96 |
|
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
|
188 | 181 | $170.00 | $62.57 |
|
92012
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
|
144 | 121 | $150.00 | $87.09 |
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
102 | 86 | $175.00 | $123.77 |
|
92020
Examination of cornea and iris using lens device and slit lamp
|
61 | 54 | $45.00 | $27.35 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
31 | 31 | $195.48 | $168.21 |
|
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
|
28 | 19 | $2200.00 | $532.28 |
|
76514
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
|
26 | 26 | $35.00 | $10.78 |
|
92136
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
|
20 | 20 | $200.00 | $47.07 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
20 | 20 | $250.00 | $148.01 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
18 | 18 | $100.00 | $40.09 |
|
65855
Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow
|
16 | 12 | $950.00 | $245.19 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X
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.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 174400000X
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Thurmond Eye Associates Pllc
1519 E 6th St, Weslaco, TX 785966605
Phone: 9569683171
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Specialist
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Specialist
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1519 E 6TH ST, WESLACO, TX 785966605 (Tel: 9569683171)
Registered at 1519 E 6TH ST, WESLACO, TX 785966605 (Tel: 9569683171)
Recorded as DEBORAH ALEXANDER, M.D.
Specialist (License #H1465 in TX)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1519 E 6TH ST, WESLACO, TX 785966605 (Tel: 9569683171)
Registered at 1519 E 6TH ST, WESLACO, TX 785966605 (Tel: 9569683171)
Recorded as DEBORAH ALEXANDER, M.D.
Specialist (License #H1465 in TX)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1519 E 6th St
Weslaco, TX 785966605
Phone: 9569683171
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