MR. JAMES G RALSTON MD
NPI 1003891433
Ophthalmology in Pineville, LA

Q: What is James Ralston's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ralston is 1003891433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 8, 2005.

Q: What is James Ralston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ralston was last updated on May 16, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since December 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3/100

CMS Quality Rating

65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD, STE 101, PINEVILLE, LA 71360(318) 473-9958(318) 443-6935 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 16, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Mr. James G Ralston Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MR. JAMES G RALSTON MD (NPI 1003891433) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Pineville, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (016869) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003891433

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. JAMES G RALSTONCredential: MD

Location Address65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD, STE 101Pineville, LA 71360-8428

Mailing Address65 Medical Park Blvd, Ste 101Pineville, LA 71360-8428 · (318) 473-9958 · Fax (318) 443-6935

Phone(318) 473-9958

Fax(318) 443-6935

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1982

Enumeration DateDecember 8, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMay 16, 2013

✔ NPI 1003891433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 016869

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD, Pineville, LA 71360

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified52868

Medicare UPINB64202

Medicaid1367494LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. James G Ralston Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1759309917

PECOS Enrollment IDI20071024000012

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

1,169 services620 patients

Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020

This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.

379 services368 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083

An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.

356 services346 patients

Imaging of optic nerve 92133

Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

325 services271 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

274 services203 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

237 services233 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number190298

Location651 North Bolton AveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71360 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$124.60 typical visit price

range $53.43 – $164.73

Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.06 typical visit price

range $16.64 – $133.62

Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

3/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

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Improvement Activities

Cost

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ALEXANDRIA EYE AND LASER CENTER, LLC

Eyewear Supplier

65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD
PINEVILLE, LA 71360

Rapides Parish (318) 641-2400

DR. JOHN EDGAR LEWIS M.D.

Dermatology

65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD, SUITE 103
PINEVILLE, LA 71360

Rapides Parish (318) 484-2951

FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES

Family Medicine

65 MEDICAL PARK BLVD, SUITE 104
PINEVILLE, LA 71360

Rapides Parish (318) 445-6363

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Ralston's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ralston is 1003891433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 8, 2005.

Where is James Ralston located?

James Ralston practices at 65 Medical Park Blvd Ste 101, Pineville, LA 71360. The listed phone number is (318) 473-9958.

What is James Ralston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is James Ralston enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Ralston is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does James Ralston accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list James Ralston as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is James Ralston affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Ralston is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ralston was last updated on May 16, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.