James Tuckfield, DO
NPI 1003443938 · Ophthalmology Physician · Athens, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Tuckfield, DO is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Athens, GA (NPI 1003443938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003443938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 100426 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
550 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 103 | $115 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 71 | $137 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 66 | $37 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 63 | $33 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 58 | $36 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 50 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 104 | 56 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 34 | 27 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 33 | 15 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 27 | 20 |
| Timolol Maleate | 24 | 16 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 20 | 17 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 17 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$549 across 10 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-03-23
- Last updated
- 2024-06-18
- Certified
- 2024-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Tuckfield's NPI number?
- James Tuckfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003443938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Tuckfield's specialty?
- James Tuckfield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Tuckfield located?
- James Tuckfield's practice location on file with NPPES is 651 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605-1250.
- What is James Tuckfield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Tuckfield is (706) 546-9290.
- Does James Tuckfield accept Medicare?
- James Tuckfield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Tuckfield's NPI active?
- Yes — James Tuckfield's NPI (1003443938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.