James Tearse, MD
NPI 1811099435 · Ophthalmology Physician · Redwood City, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Tearse, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Redwood City, CA (NPI 1811099435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811099435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A42953 (CA)
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
4,533 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 491 | $113 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 430 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 365 | $214 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 352 | $124 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 344 | $31 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 243 | $42 |
| Imaging of Retina |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 101 | 36 |
| Azithromycin | 74 | 67 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 70 | 31 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 56 | 20 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 47 | 24 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 45 | 41 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 44 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,513 across 53 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
- 2006-09-03
- Last updated
- 2015-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Tearse's NPI number?
- James Tearse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811099435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Tearse's specialty?
- James Tearse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Tearse located?
- James Tearse's practice location on file with NPPES is 1391 Woodside Rd., Redwood City, CA 94061-3574.
- What is James Tearse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Tearse is (650) 368-3937.
- Does James Tearse accept Medicare?
- James Tearse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Tearse's NPI active?
- Yes — James Tearse's NPI (1811099435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.