Ruston Hess, D.O.
NPI 1205185139 · Ophthalmology Physician · Ormond Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruston Hess, D.O. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Ormond Beach, FL (NPI 1205185139).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205185139
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 12400 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,279 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 | 1,576 | $119 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 751 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 576 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 522 | $88 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 423 | $34 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 375 | $60 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 650 | 227 |
| Timolol Maleate | 284 | 115 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 162 | 134 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 135 | 53 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 77 | 29 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 73 | 55 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 50 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$309 across 7 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 (2)
- 21 Hospital Dr Ste 160Palm Coast, FL 32164-2454Phone: (386) 586-3711Fax: (386) 586-3788
- 790 Dunlawton Ave Ste aPort Orange, FL 32127-4222Phone: (386) 767-0053Fax: (386) 767-3490
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-09-06
- Last updated
- 2023-09-01
- Certified
- 2023-09-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruston Hess's NPI number?
- Ruston Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205185139, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruston Hess's specialty?
- Ruston Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruston Hess located?
- Ruston Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 345 Clyde Morris Blvd Ste 330, Ormond Beach, FL 32174-3114.
- What is Ruston Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruston Hess is (386) 506-8389.
- Does Ruston Hess accept Medicare?
- Ruston Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruston Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruston Hess's NPI (1205185139) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.