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AMY JOHNSTON ESTES M.D.
NPI 1790908663
Ophthalmology - Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Augusta, GA

Active since April 10, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
1120 15TH ST, AUGUSTA, GA 30912(706) 721-1160 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Amy Johnston Estes M.d. NPPES

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

AMY JOHNSTON ESTES M.D. (NPI 1790908663) is an individual cornea and external diseases specialist in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (69111) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Au Medical Center, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790908663
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0120X
Provider Legal NameAMY JOHNSTON ESTESCredential: M.D.
Location Address1120 15TH STAugusta, GA 30912-0004
Mailing Address1499 Walton Way, Suite 1400Augusta, GA 30912-0004 · (706) 724-6100
Phone(706) 721-1160
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 2019
✔ NPI 1790908663 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Cornea and External Diseases SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0120X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 69111
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 2011-00855 (NC), 69111 (GA)
1120 15TH ST, Augusta, GA 30912
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Amy Lauren Johnston M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid5918156NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.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

Amy Johnston Estes 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 ID4385812866
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130725000907
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 9

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.
407 services269 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.
188 services156 patients
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.
135 services88 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.
48 services42 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).
20 services18 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.
18 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Au Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110034
Location1120 15th StreetAugusta, GA 30912 · Richmond County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30912 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

77.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.04
Promoting Interoperability92
Improvement Activities40
Cost60.7

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. TOYA HESTER KELLEY MD
Family Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-3157
DR. JACK BRADLEY ELLIS D.O.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
SAMI MOHAMMED ALSHEHRY
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1120 15TH ST, 1065
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2411
LUIS ALBERTO VELASQUEZ ZARATE M.D
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-2771
DR. BRYAN RICHARD BROACH M.D.
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
JANELLE MCGILL M.D.
Pediatrics
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
DR. KAYLA ASHLEY SHAHBAZIAN DO
Internal Medicine
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 721-8623
ROSA MARIA LOPEZ RINCON
Anesthesiology
1120 15TH ST
AUGUSTA, GA 30912
Richmond County (706) 446-5836

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 Amy Estes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amy Estes is 1790908663. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2007. The provider is also known as Amy Lauren Johnston M.D..

Where is Amy Estes located?

Amy Estes practices at 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912. The listed phone number is (706) 721-1160.

What is Amy Estes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0120X.

Is Amy Estes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amy Estes 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 Amy Estes accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Amy Estes 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 Amy Estes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Amy Estes is affiliated with Au Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amy Estes was last updated on February 28, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.