Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Jeffrey Williams, O.D.

Optometrist · Riverhead, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
887 OLD COUNTRY RD, Riverhead, NY 11901
6317272858
In practice since 2005 (20 years)
NPI: 1225024490 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Williams from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Williams

Dr. Jeffrey Williams is an optometrist in Riverhead, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Williams performed 638 Medicare services across 550 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Williams received a total of $6,203 from 28 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 178 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optometrist. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Williams is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 20 years in practice ▲ Top 26% volume in NY $6,203 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
638
Medicare services
Top 26% in NY for optometrist
550
Unique beneficiaries
$45
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~32 Medicare services per year of practice

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

Procedure Volume Avg. paid Avg. submitted
Imaging of front third of eye
Imaging of the front third of the eye.
102 $26 $70
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
102 $35 $65
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
81 $103 $190
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
54 $18 $71
CT scan of cornea
A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
53 $29 $80
Retinal photography (fundus photo)
This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures.
52 $31 $121
Eye deviation and range of motion exam
An examination to measure eye deviation and assess the range of motion of the eyes.
48 $54 $100
Slit lamp examination of the eye
This procedure uses a specialized microscope to examine the front portion of the eye.
43 $32 $100
Ultrasound of eye tissue and structures
A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the eye's internal tissues and structures.
42 $79 $263
Visual field test, intermediate
A test that measures your side vision to check for blind spots or other vision changes.
42 $39 $75
Dark adaptation test
This test evaluates how well your eyes adjust to changes in light and dark conditions. It includes an interpretation of the results and a formal report.
19 $44 $100
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$6,203
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $886/year across 7 years
Top 4% in NY for optometrist
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
28
Companies
178
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment profile

Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.

Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$6,203 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$1,101
2023
$496
2022
$1,237
2021
$1,064
2020
$541
2019
$914
2018
$849

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$401
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$223
Dompe US, Inc.
$183
Harrow Eye, LLC
$103
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$69
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$66
Alcon Vision LLC
$56
Top 3 companies account for 73.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$681
Shire North American Group Inc
$671
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$609
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$444
Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$409
Allergan, Inc.
$356
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$314
Dompe US, Inc.
$295
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$285
Allergan Inc.
$250
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$243
MacuLogix, Inc.
$234
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$182
Alcon Vision LLC
$160
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$154
ABBVIE INC.
$125
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$125
Glaukos Corporation
$124
RxSight Inc
$124
Harrow Eye, LLC
$103
CooperVision Inc.
$94
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$69
Heru, Inc.
$55
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$27
Visioneering Technologies, Inc.
$24
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$16
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$16
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 31.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →

Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 4% for optometrist in NY.

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Geographic Context

Optometrists within 10 mi
102
Per 100K population
6.7
County median income
$128,329
Nearest hospital
PECONIC BAY MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES Weekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOS Monthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not public N/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Williams is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 26% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 4% of NY peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Williams experienced with imaging of front third of eye?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Williams performed 102 imaging of front third of eye services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Williams receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Williams received a total of $6,203 from 28 companies across 178 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Williams's costs compare to other optometrists in Riverhead?
Dr. Williams's average Medicare payment per service is $45. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Williams) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →