Carol Ling, MD
NPI 1023059458 · Ophthalmology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Ling, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1023059458).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023059458
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 90531 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
417 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 78 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 78 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 65 | $90 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 42 | $159 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 36 | $109 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 34 |
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 | 64 | 30 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 60 | 40 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 38 | 26 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 33 | 22 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 32 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 30 | 12 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 19 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-09
- Last updated
- 2023-08-21
- Certified
- 2023-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Ling's NPI number?
- Carol Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023059458, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Ling's specialty?
- Carol Ling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carol Ling located?
- Carol Ling's practice location on file with NPPES is 4 Medical Park Rd, Columbia, SC 29203-6807.
- What is Carol Ling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Ling is (803) 434-2020.
- Does Carol Ling accept Medicare?
- Carol Ling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Ling's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Ling's NPI (1023059458) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.