William Hipps, M.D.
NPI 1891745618 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Hipps, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1891745618).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891745618
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M1143 (TX)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,510 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 | 504 | $129 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 490 | $125 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 197 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 180 | $62 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 159 | $40 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 121 | $40 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears |
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 | 1,041 | 301 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 338 | 225 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 297 | 187 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 256 | 170 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 250 | 80 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 228 | 98 |
| Timolol Maleate | 211 | 85 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$500 across 17 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 11914 Astoria Blvd Ste 680Houston, TX 77089-6081Phone: (281) 484-7171
- 7737 Southwest Fwy Ste 600Houston, TX 77074-1823Phone: (713) 777-7145Fax: (832) 598-4995
- 23960 Katy Fwy Ste 210Katy, TX 77494-0890Phone: (281) 391-3937
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-11
- Last updated
- 2026-03-25
- Certified
- 2026-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Hipps's NPI number?
- William Hipps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891745618, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Hipps's specialty?
- William Hipps is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Hipps located?
- William Hipps's practice location on file with NPPES is 7710 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77074-3100.
- What is William Hipps's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Hipps is (713) 777-7145.
- Does William Hipps accept Medicare?
- William Hipps is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Hipps's NPI active?
- Yes — William Hipps's NPI (1891745618) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.