DR. JOHN LAWRENCE MASON JR. M.D.
NPI 1568486884
Ophthalmology in Meridian, MS

Active since July 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
1301 20TH AVE, MERIDIAN, MS 39301(601) 485-2368(601) 693-2174 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Dr. John Lawrence Mason Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN LAWRENCE MASON JR. M.D. (NPI 1568486884) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Meridian, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (13191) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Dominic-jackson Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568486884
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN LAWRENCE MASON JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address1301 20TH AVEMeridian, MS 39301-4121
Mailing AddressPo Box 1551Meridian, MS 39302-1551 · (601) 485-2368 · Fax (601) 693-2174
Fax(601) 693-2174
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 2008
✔ NPI 1568486884 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 13191
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.
1301 20TH AVE, Meridian, MS 39301

Other Identifiers 14

Medicare UPING36508MS
Medicare UPING36508AL
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified180000242MS · Medicare Mississippi
Other180041975AL · Railroad Medicare
OtherCH6608AL · Railroad Group Id
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedC02590MS · Group Provider Id
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedI424AL · Group Provider Id
Other180041374MS · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid051550437AL
Medicaid00116589MS
Medicare PINI424AL
OtherCH5554MS · Railroad Medicare Group
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified051550437AL · Medicare Alabama
Medicare PINC02590MS

Accepted 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

Dr. John Lawrence Mason Jr. M.d. 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 ID4486667250
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160425001174
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 13

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.
1,177 services1,025 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
811 services473 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.
460 services358 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
324 services186 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
312 services171 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
270 services270 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Rush Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Meridian, MS
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250069
Location1314 19th AveMeridian, MS 39301 · Lauderdale County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Anderson Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Meridian, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250104
Location2124 14th StreetMeridian, MS 39301 · Lauderdale County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39301 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

93.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost77.64

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
3 suppliers37 claims37 services$56.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Spherocylinder, bifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, .12 to 2.00d cylinder, per lens V2203
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
3 suppliers25 claims42 services$36.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Addition to lens; tint, any color, solid, gradient or equal, excludes photochromatic, any lens material, per lens V2745
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier11 claims22 services$9.55 avg. paid by Medicare
U-v lens, per lens V2755
Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N
1 supplier20 claims40 services$14.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Optometrist
1301 20TH AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1301 20TH AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Ophthalmology
1301 20TH AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Ophthalmology
1301 20TH AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301

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 John Mason's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Mason is 1568486884. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2006.

Where is John Mason located?

John Mason practices at 1301 20th Ave, Meridian, MS 39301. The listed phone number is (601) 485-2368.

What is John Mason's specialty?

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

Is John Mason enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Mason 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 John Mason accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 4 other insurers list John Mason 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 John Mason affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Mason is affiliated with St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Rush Hospital and Anderson Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Mason was last updated on May 19, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.