Jean Charles, MD
NPI 1396940326 · Ophthalmology Physician · Dorchester Center, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jean Charles, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Dorchester Center, MA (NPI 1396940326).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396940326
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 056584 (MA)
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
19 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
1,284 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 457 | $94 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 208 | $38 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 206 | $42 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 69 | $117 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 64 | $134 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 52 | $95 |
| Creation of Eye Fluid Drainage Tracts in Iris Using a Laser, Per Session |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,062 | 355 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 341 | 136 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 216 | 165 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 204 | 68 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 140 | 57 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 135 | 44 |
| Timolol Maleate | 127 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,156 across 57 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
- 2007-06-19
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jean Charles's NPI number?
- Jean Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396940326, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jean Charles's specialty?
- Jean Charles is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jean Charles located?
- Jean Charles's practice location on file with NPPES is 2110 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester Center, MA 02124-5628.
- What is Jean Charles's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jean Charles is (617) 296-1828.
- Does Jean Charles accept Medicare?
- Jean Charles is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jean Charles's NPI active?
- Yes — Jean Charles's NPI (1396940326) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.