Active NPI 1982134144 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. James Nathan Williams , OD

Optometrist • Galax, VA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. James Williams, OD is a certified Optometrist practicing in Galax, VA. With approximately 9 years of clinical experience since graduating from Pennsylvania College Of Optometry in 2017, Dr. Williams delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1102 E STUART DR.

Dr. Williams is affiliated with Blue Ridge Eye Care Associates, Pllc and accepts Medicare assignment.

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

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

1102 E Stuart Dr

Galax, VA 243332514

Telephone 2762364171

Fax 2762360909

Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

🏢 Blue Ridge Eye Care Associates Pllc Facility NPI 1649206814

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Pennsylvania College Of Optometry

Graduation Year

2017

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Optometrist in Galax, VA

Experienced Practitioner (5-10 Yrs)

Practitioner Clinical Experience

9 Yrs -6.3 yrs vs City Avg

City Avg: 15.3 Yrs

State Avg: 20.6 Yrs

Regional Practice Density

7 Specialists

Practicing in Galax, VA (1522 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate

0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount

42.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Williams (9 Years) 9 Yrs

Galax Specialty Average (15.3 Years) 15.3 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
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens	4,628	35	$7.02	$1.15
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens	982	11	$8.91	$1.47
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	295	290	$155.00	$124.20
92250 Photography of the retina	202	195	$90.00	$35.70
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	149	122	$110.00	$87.95
68761 Closure of tear duct opening using plug	119	62	$389.71	$203.86
92134 Imaging of retina	39	38	$92.00	$37.77
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	34	34	$250.00	$161.92
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing	27	27	$96.00	$61.34
92133 Imaging of optic nerve	24	23	$90.00	$32.50
92285 Photography of content of eyes	21	21	$52.00	$22.49
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more	21	15	$75.00	$54.78
92284 Evaluation of eye adaptation to light and dark with interpretation and report	16	16	$80.00	$36.05

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens	6,307	50	$7.13	$1.20
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	302	299	$155.00	$125.95
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	191	146	$110.00	$89.01
92250 Photography of the retina	190	183	$90.00	$36.89
68761 Closure of tear duct opening using plug	156	54	$279.98	$152.12
92134 Imaging of retina	53	51	$92.00	$39.34
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	49	49	$250.00	$164.49
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing	29	28	$96.00	$62.06
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more	26	20	$75.00	$55.92
92133 Imaging of optic nerve	25	25	$90.00	$33.54
92284 Evaluation of eye adaptation to light and dark with interpretation and report	11	11	$80.00	$45.94

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens	3,552	26	$7.04	$1.19
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	275	274	$155.00	$127.77
68761 Closure of tear duct opening using plug	220	57	$207.00	$110.45
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	178	146	$110.00	$90.81
92250 Photography of the retina	171	169	$90.00	$36.92
92134 Imaging of retina	50	47	$92.00	$39.28
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing	47	47	$96.00	$62.97
92133 Imaging of optic nerve	45	41	$90.00	$34.21
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	44	44	$250.00	$167.28
92284 Evaluation of eye adaptation to light and dark with interpretation and report	18	17	$80.00	$58.14
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system	15	15	$162.00	$127.14
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more	14	13	$75.00	$56.42

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
66984 Removal of cataract with insertion of lens	3,730	36	$7.04	$1.21
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	226	226	$155.00	$129.82
92250 Photography of the retina	116	116	$90.00	$39.21
68761 Closure of tear duct opening using plug	114	53	$207.00	$111.75
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	109	94	$110.00	$91.89
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more	52	52	$250.00	$168.75
92083 Exam of visual field with extended testing	33	30	$96.00	$63.90
92134 Imaging of retina	30	30	$90.00	$39.63
92133 Imaging of optic nerve	30	27	$90.00	$34.60
92284 Evaluation of eye adaptation to light and dark with interpretation and report	12	12	$80.00	$59.66
92145 Measurement of corneal pressure	12	12	$22.00	$12.04

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Optometrist Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 152W00000X

State License VA 0618002577

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.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Blue Ridge Eye Care Associates, Pllc

800 E Stuart Dr, Galax, VA 243332321

Phone: 2762364171

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

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

4 Associated Practitioners

Dr. Lindi Williams , OD

Optometrist

NPI 1053898726

Doctor of Optometry

Dr. James Williams , OD

Optometrist

NPI 1124007711

Doctor of Optometry

Dr. Katherine Henning , OD

Optometrist

NPI 1124095708

Doctor of Optometry

Dr. Amber Gunter , OD

Optometrist

NPI 1205006772

Doctor of Optometry

Career & Practice History Timeline

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

6 Historical Events

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NPI Profile Active June 19, 2017

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location June 19, 2017

Registered at 1102 E STUART DR, GALAX, VA 243332514 (Tel: (276) 236-4171)

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Updated Business Mailing Address June 19, 2017

Registered at 1102 E STUART DR, GALAX, VA 243332514 (Tel: 2762364171)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated June 19, 2017

Recorded as JAMES WILLIAMS, OD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) June 19, 2017

Optometrist (License #0618002577 in VA)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration June 19, 2017

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1982134144

Entity Type:

Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)

Enumeration Date: June 19, 2017

Last Update: July 21, 2022

Sole Proprietor: No

Update or Correct Profile

Mailing Address

1102 E Stuart Dr

Galax, VA 243332514

Phone: 2762364171

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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