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Physician

JAMES RALSTON, MD

Ophthalmology

PINEVILLE, LA, 71360
NPI: 1003891433

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Ophthalmology

PINEVILLE, LA

CHRISTUS CENTRAL LOUISIANA SURGICAL HOSPITAL

318-449-6400

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Common Procedures for Ophthalmology

Cataract SurgeryLASIK/Refractive SurgeryGlaucoma TreatmentRetinal ExaminationIntravitreal InjectionCorneal TransplantEyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Visual Field TestingOCT ScanYAG Laser Capsulotomy

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MIPS Quality Score

PY 2023
3.0/100Low
Quality
0.0
Improvement Activities
0.0
Cost
10.0

MIPS (Merit-based Incentive Payment System) scores measure quality, cost, and improvement activities. Higher is better. Learn more at qpp.cms.gov

Procedure Pricing (Medicare Data)

Based on CMS Medicare Provider Utilization data for 2023. These represent what this physician charged Medicare, not necessarily what you would pay. Compare with other physicians

ProcedureAvg ChargeMedicare AllowedMedicare PaidServices
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens
$4,600$502$39940
66821
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
$1,800$285$21313
68761
Closure of tear duct opening using plug
$500$174$10930
76519
Ultrasound scan to determine eye length and lens power
$300$61$4749
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
$210$138$7462
92083
Exam of visual field with extended testing
$205$57$40410
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
$162$116$761,095
92250
Photography of the retina
$140$31$22358
92012
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
$120$82$54167
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
$110$33$23233
92134
Imaging of retina
$110$37$28254
92020
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye
$55$26$17437

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