Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Justis Ehlers, M.D.

Ophthalmology · Cleveland, OH
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
9500 EUCLID AVE, Cleveland, OH 44195
2166360183
In practice since 2007 (19 years)
NPI: 1235346248 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Ehlers

Dr. Justis Ehlers is an ophthalmology specialist in Cleveland, OH, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ehlers performed 2,340 Medicare services across 1,107 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ehlers received a total of $651,102 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 283 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Ehlers 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.

✓ 19 years in practice ▲ Top 35% volume in OH $651,102 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
2,340
Medicare services
Top 35% in OH for ophthalmology
1,107
Unique beneficiaries
$40
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~123 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
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
 994 $17 $171
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
 716 $50 $397
Eye injection for retinal disease
A procedure involving the administration of medication directly into the eye.
 552 $68 $842
Office visit, established patient (20-29 min)
An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
 38 $45 $272
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
 14 $65 $548
Retinal angiography with dye injection
This procedure uses a special camera to examine the blood vessels in the retina after a dye has been injected into the body.
 14 $32 $275
Office visit, established patient (30-39 min)
A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
 12 $58 $419
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 ↗
$651,102
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $93,015/year across 7 years
Top 1% in OH for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
26
Companies
283
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.

Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$644,986 (99.1%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,118 (0.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$2,998 (0.5%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$104,380
2023
$28,688
2022
$228,861
2021
$82,277
2020
$72,633
2019
$56,056
2018
$78,206

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
$19,975
Alcon Vision LLC
$18,967
ABBVIE INC.
$17,412
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$15,000
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15,000
Astellas Pharma Global Development
$12,000
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$3,449
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.
$2,000
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$543
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$34
Top 3 companies account for 54.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novartis Pharma AG
$111,725
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
$100,748
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$97,827
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$56,834
Alcon Research Ltd
$38,643
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
$36,049
Allergan Inc.
$34,926
Alcon Vision LLC
$34,876
Allergan, Inc.
$19,584
ABBVIE INC.
$18,265
Alcon Research LLC
$17,672
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$15,000
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15,000
ThromboGenics, Inc.
$14,250
Astellas Pharma Global Development
$12,000
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
$6,863
Genentech USA, Inc.
$5,263
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
$3,870
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.
$3,400
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$3,386
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$2,094
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$1,388
Astellas Pharma Inc
$739
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$584
Genentech, Inc.
$83
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$34
Top 3 companies account for 47.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ARTEVO 800 · AcrySof · AcrySof IQ PanOptix · BEOVU · BROLUCIZUMAB · Constellation · DEXTENZA · EYLEA · EYLEA AFLIBERCEPT INJECTION · EYLEA HD · EYP-1901 · FORUM · IOLMaster 500 · Izervay · Jetrea · Lucentis · Luxor · NGENUITY · Non-Covered Product · OPMI Lumera · OZURDEX · RESCAN 700 · SYFOVRE · Syfovre · VEOPOZ
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 →

The majority of payments (99%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for ophthalmology in OH.

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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. Ehlers is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 1% of OH peers, with 19 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. Ehlers experienced with retinal imaging (oct scan)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ehlers performed 994 retinal imaging (oct scan) 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. Ehlers receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ehlers received a total of $651,102 from 26 companies across 283 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. Ehlers's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Cleveland?
Dr. Ehlers's average Medicare payment per service is $40. 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. Ehlers) 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 →

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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 →