James Hays, MD
NPI 1912970161 · Ophthalmology Physician · Atlanta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Hays, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Atlanta, GA (NPI 1912970161).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912970161
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 027565 (GA)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,002 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 217 | $459 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 144 | $46 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 139 | $146 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 127 | $123 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 110 | $87 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 51 | $407 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 372 | 191 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 226 | 127 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 84 | 70 |
| Latanoprost | 63 | 25 |
| Timolol Maleate | 53 | 25 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 36 | 13 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 32 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$949 across 18 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
- 2006-02-08
- Last updated
- 2010-02-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Hays's NPI number?
- James Hays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912970161, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Hays's specialty?
- James Hays is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Hays located?
- James Hays's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 Mount Vernon Hwy, Atlanta, GA 30328-4295.
- What is James Hays's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Hays is (404) 256-1125.
- Does James Hays accept Medicare?
- James Hays is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Hays's NPI active?
- Yes — James Hays's NPI (1912970161) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-02-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.