Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Jason Burns, M.D.

Ophthalmology · San Antonio, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
9157 HUEBNER RD, San Antonio, TX 78240
2106972020
In practice since 2005 (20 years)
NPI: 1679579874 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. Burns

Dr. Jason Burns is an ophthalmology specialist in San Antonio, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Burns performed 3,547 Medicare services across 2,772 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Burns received a total of $2,333 from 22 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 77 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. 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. Burns is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. 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 TX $2,333 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,547
Medicare services
Top 26% in TX for ophthalmology
2,772
Unique beneficiaries
$86
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~177 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.
767 $27 $125
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.
605 $86 $150
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
416 $19 $114
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.
406 $62 $95
New patient office visit (45-59 min)
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter.
324 $95 $180
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision.
232 $386 $3,120
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
157 $44 $200
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
124 $25 $125
CT scan of cornea
A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
76 $20 $175
Eye injection for retinal disease
A procedure involving the administration of medication directly into the eye.
64 $86 $279
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
60 $253 $1,240
Microfluid analysis of tears
A laboratory test that analyzes tear fluid using microfluidic technology to measure specific biomarkers. This procedure helps evaluate the composition of tears for diagnostic purposes.
47 $22 $65
New patient office visit (30-44 min)
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range.
41 $73 $150
Tear duct plug insertion
A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface.
38 $149 $779
Extended exam of back of eye with optic nerve drawing
A detailed examination of the posterior section of the eye, including the optic nerve, with documentation through drawing.
35 $9 $100
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified
A medication prepared specifically for an individual patient by a pharmacist or physician, tailored to meet unique needs that cannot be fulfilled by commercially available products.
32 $62 $125
Amniotic membrane placement on eye surface
This procedure involves placing amniotic membrane on the surface of the eye to promote wound healing.
29 $1,025 $1,800
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
27 $20 $77
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
20 $83 $185
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct
A small implant containing medication is placed into the tear duct of the eye to deliver drugs directly to the eye over time.
19 $13 $500
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
15 $7 $75
Bevacizumab injection, 10 mg
Administration of a 10 mg dose of bevacizumab medication via injection.
13 $57 $125
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.
6.5% high complexity
29.9% medium
63.6% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$2,333
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $333/year across 7 years
Top 43% in TX for ophthalmology
22
Companies
77
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
$2,333 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$292
2023
$452
2022
$849
2021
$324
2020
$68
2019
$145
2018
$203

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$422
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$397
Alcon Vision LLC
$273
AbbVie Inc.
$214
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$166
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$116
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$98
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$88
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$86
TissueTech, Inc.
$85
GLAUKOS CORPORATION
$71
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$71
Allergan, Inc.
$38
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$36
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$31
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$25
TISSUETECH, INC.
$23
Optos, Inc.
$22
Genentech USA, Inc.
$20
Allergan Inc.
$19
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$18
ConvaTec Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 46.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTIVEFOCUS · AQUACEL AG+ · AcrySof IQ PanOptix · AcrySof IQ PanOptix UV IOL · AcrySof IQ VIVITY IOL · Clareon · DEXTENZA · DUREZOL · DURYSTA · ISTENT INJECT W · LUMIGAN · OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) · ORA · PANORAMIC OPHTHALMOSCOPE · PROKERA · PanOptix · Prokera · Rocklatan · SIMBRINZA · Simbrinza · TEARCARE SYSTEM · TEPEZZA · TRAVATAN Z · TYRVAYA · Tecnis Simplicity · Tobradex ST · VABYSMO · VUITY · Wavelight Refractive Suite · XIIDRA
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.

Equivalent to $66 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
164
Per 100K population
8.0
County median income
$70,571
Nearest hospital
SAN ANTONIO BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE HOSPITAL
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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Burns is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 26% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Burns experienced with retinal imaging (oct scan)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Burns performed 767 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. Burns receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Burns received a total of $2,333 from 22 companies across 77 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. Burns's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in San Antonio?
Dr. Burns's average Medicare payment per service is $86. 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. Burns) 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. The Transparency Score measures 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 →