Stephen Cross, MD
NPI 1063737351 · Ophthalmology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Cross, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1063737351).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063737351
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 38691 (SC)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,364 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 863 | $124 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 295 | $502 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 295 | $36 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 194 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 151 | $88 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 419 | 228 |
| Latanoprost | 261 | 86 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 229 | 94 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 156 | 63 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 146 | 79 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 127 | 91 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 117 | 89 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$865 across 30 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4 Medical Park RdColumbia, SC 29203-6807Phone: (803) 434-2020Fax: (803) 434-1581
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-03-30
- Last updated
- 2023-08-29
- Certified
- 2023-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Cross's NPI number?
- Stephen Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063737351, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Cross's specialty?
- Stephen Cross is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Cross located?
- Stephen Cross's practice location on file with NPPES is 1920 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201-2632.
- What is Stephen Cross's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Cross is (803) 779-3070.
- Does Stephen Cross accept Medicare?
- Stephen Cross is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Cross's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Cross's NPI (1063737351) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.