Wade Tucker, M.D.
NPI 1598299810 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hattiesburg, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wade Tucker, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hattiesburg, MS (NPI 1598299810).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598299810
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28845 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
2,112 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 | 498 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 369 | $116 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 209 | $32 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 202 | $35 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 169 | $469 |
| 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 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 923 | 251 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 258 | 93 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 184 | 60 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 113 | 74 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 82 | 24 |
| Timolol Maleate | 48 | 19 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 45 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,004 across 21 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
- 2017-04-13
- Last updated
- 2021-07-09
- Certified
- 2021-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wade Tucker's NPI number?
- Wade Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598299810, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wade Tucker's specialty?
- Wade Tucker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wade Tucker located?
- Wade Tucker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1420 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39402-3107.
- What is Wade Tucker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wade Tucker is (601) 264-3937.
- Does Wade Tucker accept Medicare?
- Wade Tucker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wade Tucker's NPI active?
- Yes — Wade Tucker's NPI (1598299810) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.