Lawrence Gipson, M.D.
NPI 1770589103 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charleroi, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Gipson, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charleroi, PA (NPI 1770589103).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770589103
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD020526E (PA)
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
406 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 | 154 | $128 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 124 | $34 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 90 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 38 | $91 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $34–$128 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 160 | 39 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 89 | 33 |
| Cyclosporine | 84 | 25 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 67 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 52 | — |
| Cromolyn Sodium | 52 | 21 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 36 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$163 across 5 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
- 2005-06-21
- Last updated
- 2011-09-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Gipson's NPI number?
- Lawrence Gipson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770589103, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Gipson's specialty?
- Lawrence Gipson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Gipson located?
- Lawrence Gipson's practice location on file with NPPES is 305 Mckean Ave, Charleroi, PA 15022-1416.
- What is Lawrence Gipson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Gipson is (724) 483-8065.
- Does Lawrence Gipson accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Gipson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Gipson's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Gipson's NPI (1770589103) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.