John Shipp, M. D.
NPI 1538379789 · Ophthalmology Physician · Jackson, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Shipp, M. D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Jackson, MS (NPI 1538379789).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538379789
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T-1831 (MS)
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
4,802 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 | 900 | $112 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 554 | $36 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 513 | $429 |
| Insertion of Drug Delivery Implant Into Tear Duct of Eye68841 | 479 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 302 | $82 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 259 | $31 |
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 | 323 | 74 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 124 | 33 |
| Fluorometholone | 109 | 79 |
| Timolol Maleate | 82 | 20 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 68 | 48 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 67 | 36 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 67 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$644 across 38 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
- 2007-05-23
- Last updated
- 2008-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Shipp's NPI number?
- John Shipp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538379789, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Shipp's specialty?
- John Shipp is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Shipp located?
- John Shipp's practice location on file with NPPES is 2500 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216-4500.
- What is John Shipp's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Shipp is (601) 984-5023.
- Does John Shipp accept Medicare?
- John Shipp is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Shipp's NPI active?
- Yes — John Shipp's NPI (1538379789) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.