DR. TIM J THOMPSON OD
NPI 1033105283
Optometrist in Birmingham, AL

Active since September 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.81/100
CMS Quality Rating
700 18TH ST S STE 601, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(205) 325-8620 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Tim J Thompson Od NPPES

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

DR. TIM J THOMPSON OD (NPI 1033105283) is an individual optometrist in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (S784TA393) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033105283
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. TIM J THOMPSONCredential: OD
Location Address700 18TH ST S STE 601Birmingham, AL 35233-3800
Mailing Address700 18th St S Ste 601Birmingham, AL 35233-3800 · (205) 933-6888 · Fax (205) 933-6421
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Alabama Birmingham - School Of OptometryGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateSeptember 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 26, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 26, 2020
NPI 1033105283 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in AL · S784TA393
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
700 18TH ST S STE 601, Birmingham, AL 35233

Other Identifiers 2

Other51501411AL · Bcbs
Medicaid528500580AL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Tim J Thompson Od 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 ID9032235569
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100922000197
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 office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
343 services191 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
231 services209 patients
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.
186 services185 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.
122 services103 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).
71 services71 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.
57 services56 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35233 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

75.81/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality89.29
Promoting Interoperability86
Improvement Activities40
Cost41.73

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Optometrist
700 18TH ST S STE 601
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Ophthalmology
700 18TH ST S STE 601
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
700 18TH ST S STE 601
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Ophthalmology
700 18TH ST S STE 601
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Ophthalmology
700 18TH ST S STE 601
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

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 Tim Thompson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tim Thompson is 1033105283. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 23, 2005.

Where is Tim Thompson located?

Tim Thompson practices at 700 18th St S Ste 601, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (205) 325-8620.

What is Tim Thompson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Tim Thompson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tim Thompson 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 Tim Thompson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and 7 other insurers list Tim Thompson 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tim Thompson was last updated on August 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.