DAVID W UNDERWOOD M.D.
NPI 1760425250
Ophthalmology in Jackson, TN

Active since June 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
2273 N HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE B, JACKSON, TN 38305(731) 664-9977(731) 664-9484 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About David W Underwood M.d. NPPES

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

DAVID W UNDERWOOD M.D. (NPI 1760425250) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Jackson, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD0000019471) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jackson-madison County General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760425250
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID W UNDERWOODCredential: M.D.
Location Address2273 N HIGHLAND AVE, SUITE BJackson, TN 38305-4909
Mailing Address2273 N Highland Ave, Suite BJackson, TN 38305-4909 · (731) 664-9977 · Fax (731) 664-9484
Fax(731) 664-9484
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1760425250 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TN · MD0000019471
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.
2273 N HIGHLAND AVE, Jackson, TN 38305

Other Identifiers 5

Other4077483Bcbs
Medicaid3044467TN
Other6959071Cigna
Medicare UPIND17149
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3044467TN

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

David W Underwood 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 ID2567450224
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040503001150
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 11

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.

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.
816 services443 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.
758 services410 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
85 services84 patients
Dilation of fluid outflow drainage within eye 66174
Dilation to improve eye fluid flow is a process where eye drops are used to widen or dilate your pupils. This allows more fluid to flow out of the eye, reducing pressure and helping to prevent or treat conditions like glaucoma.
58 services34 patients
Extracapsular removal of cataract with insertion of artificial lens and insertion of drainage device in front chamber of eye 66991
This is a two-part eye procedure. First, a cloudy lens (cataract) is removed from its outer layer and replaced with an artificial lens to improve vision. Second, a drainage device is inserted into the front part of the eye to manage fluid levels, preventing pressure build-up.
43 services25 patients
Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66982
This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.
25 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440002
Location620 Skyline DriveJackson, TN 38301 · Madison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Henderson County Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, TN
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440008
Location200 W Church StLexington, TN 38351 · Henderson County
Emergency services

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Carroll County

Acute Care Hospitals · Huntingdon, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440016
Location631 Rb Wilson DrHuntingdon, TN 38344 · Carroll County
Emergency services

Hardin Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, TN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number440109
Location935 Wayne RoadSavannah, TN 38372 · Hardin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38305 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

81.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost37.47

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 David Underwood's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Underwood is 1760425250. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2006.

Where is David Underwood located?

David Underwood practices at 2273 N Highland Ave Suite B, Jackson, TN 38305. The listed phone number is (731) 664-9977.

What is David Underwood's specialty?

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

Is David Underwood enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Underwood 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 David Underwood accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list David Underwood 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 David Underwood affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Underwood is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Henderson County Community Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Carroll County and Hardin Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Underwood was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.