James Goodson, M.D.
NPI 1689677155 · Ophthalmology Physician · Sumter, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Goodson, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Sumter, SC (NPI 1689677155).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689677155
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19334 (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
21 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
5,837 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 | 1,974 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 846 | $89 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 790 | $25 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 477 | $489 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 327 | $35 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 326 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 647 | 207 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 502 | 363 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 461 | 363 |
| Ofloxacin | 445 | 366 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 248 | 66 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 146 | 45 |
| Travoprost | 143 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$412 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
- 2005-05-27
- Last updated
- 2024-02-14
- Certified
- 2024-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Goodson's NPI number?
- James Goodson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689677155, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Goodson's specialty?
- James Goodson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Goodson located?
- James Goodson's practice location on file with NPPES is 365 W Wesmark Blvd, Sumter, SC 29150-1987.
- What is James Goodson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Goodson is (803) 905-8020.
- Does James Goodson accept Medicare?
- James Goodson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Goodson's NPI active?
- Yes — James Goodson's NPI (1689677155) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.