MR. CLIFFORD R SEWARD M.D.
NPI 1982673851
Ophthalmology in Lithonia, GA

Active since March 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 345, LITHONIA, GA 30058(678) 990-4480(678) 990-4481 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Mr. Clifford R Seward M.d. NPPES

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

MR. CLIFFORD R SEWARD M.D. (NPI 1982673851) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Lithonia, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (029946) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Rutgers R W Johnson Medical School (cam/new Bruns/pisc) (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982673851
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CLIFFORD R SEWARDCredential: M.D.
Location Address5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 345Lithonia, GA 30058-3802
Mailing Address5900 Hillandale Dr Ste 345Lithonia, GA 30058-6803 · (678) 990-4480 · Fax (678) 990-4481
Fax(678) 990-4481
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers R W Johnson Medical School (cam/new Bruns/pisc)Graduated 1983
Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2023
NPI 1982673851 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in GA · 029946
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.

5900 HILLANDALE DR, Lithonia, GA 30058

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid000729462HGA

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

Mr. Clifford R Seward 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 ID4486646205
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040402000062
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 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.
107 services100 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
39 services24 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.
32 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
24 services21 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.
23 services23 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.
23 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30058 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
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Cataracts: 20/40 or Better Visual Acuity within 90 Days Following Cataract Surgery
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of uncomplicated cataract who had cataract surgery and no significant ocular conditions impacting the visual outcome of surgery and had best-corrected visual acuity of 20/40 or better (distance…
90%58 patients
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%579 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetic Retinopathy: Documentation of Presence or Absence of Macular Edema and Level of Severity of Retinopathy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy who had a dilated macular or fundus exam performed which included documentation of the level of severity of retinopathy and the presence or absence of macular edema during…
98%66 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
86%2,528 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%228 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
62%1,043 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 96% · 367 patients
99%374 patients
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) who have an optic nerve head evaluation during one or more office visits within 12 months
91%231 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
96%1,043 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 1,020 patients
0%1,020 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

Family Medicine
5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 215
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Otolaryngology
5900 HILLANDALE DR, STE 345
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Internal Medicine
5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 230
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Internal Medicine
5900 HILLANDALE DR, ANNEX E
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Orthopaedic Surgery
5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 215
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Specialist
5900 HILLANDALE DR, ANNEX E
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Family Medicine
5900 HILLANDALE DR, SUITE 215
LITHONIA, GA 30058
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
5900 HILLANDALE DR, STE 325
LITHONIA, GA 30058

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 Clifford Seward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Clifford Seward is 1982673851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Where is Clifford Seward located?

Clifford Seward practices at 5900 Hillandale Dr Suite 345, Lithonia, GA 30058. The listed phone number is (678) 990-4480.

What is Clifford Seward's specialty?

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

Is Clifford Seward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Clifford Seward 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 Clifford Seward accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 6 other insurers list Clifford Seward 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 Clifford Seward was last updated on June 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.