Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Lance Jackson, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Optician · San Antonio, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Jackson
Dr. Lance Jackson is an optician specialist in San Antonio, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Jackson performed 16,605 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Jackson received a total of $2,418 from 18 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 52 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Jackson 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 of NPI registration
▲ Top 4% volume in TX
$2,418 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗16,605
Medicare services
Top 4% in TX for optician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$23
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
4,537 | $11 | $20 |
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
4,130 | $3 | $13 |
| Microscopic ear examination A detailed visual inspection of the ear using a specialized microscope to examine the ear canal and eardrum. |
2,190 | $20 | $75 |
| 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. |
1,561 | $61 | $178 |
| Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections. |
937 | $8 | $38 |
| Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test A diagnostic evaluation that assesses hearing ability and the capacity to understand spoken words. The test measures how well a patient can detect sounds and recognize speech. |
508 | $25 | $96 |
| Middle ear function test A diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the middle ear is functioning. |
399 | $11 | $44 |
| 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. |
347 | $88 | $235 |
| 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. |
228 | $71 | $207 |
| 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. |
213 | $115 | $295 |
| Functional activity therapy A therapy procedure that utilizes functional activities as part of the treatment process. |
141 | $25 | $78 |
| Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation | 126 | $82 | $222 |
| Ear probe test for repeated sounds A probe is placed in the ear to measure how the ear responds to repeated sounds. The results are interpreted and a report is provided. |
124 | $23 | $167 |
| Auditory brainstem response test A test that measures how the brain responds to sound to help diagnose nervous system disorders. The results are interpreted and reported by a medical professional. |
123 | $62 | $160 |
| Eardrum and muscle function test A diagnostic test used to evaluate the function of the eardrum and associated muscles. |
106 | $15 | $78 |
| Eye photography Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye. |
93 | $17 | $87 |
| Neuromuscular re-education therapy, per 15 min A therapy procedure designed to re-educate the functional connection between the brain, nerves, and muscles. It is billed in 15-minute increments. |
87 | $20 | $70 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
72 | $97 | $206 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
70 | $85 | $217 |
| Balance and posture test A test to evaluate a patient's balance and posture. This assessment measures stability and body alignment. |
70 | $36 | $210 |
| Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function. |
68 | $31 | $78 |
| Impacted earwax removal by physician Removal of impacted earwax from one or both ears by a physician on the same day as audiologic testing. |
63 | $36 | $92 |
| CT scan of head, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the brain and skull. This specific scan is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
60 | $125 | $464 |
| VEMP testing of lower inner ear nerve branch A diagnostic test that evaluates the function of the lower branch of the inner ear nerve. The procedure includes interpretation of the results and a written report. |
50 | $60 | $157 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
48 | $31 | $97 |
| Head repositioning exercises for dizziness A series of exercises performed to reposition the head, used to treat dizziness. The procedure is administered on a daily basis. |
38 | $32 | $83 |
| Simple removal of skin debris and drainage of mastoid cavity This procedure involves the simple removal of skin debris and the drainage of a mastoid cavity. |
34 | $59 | $236 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes | 31 | $77 | $170 |
| Eardrum incision with tube insertion A small cut is made in the eardrum to insert a ventilation tube, performed under local or topical anesthesia. |
26 | $153 | $352 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
25 | $18 | $55 |
| Ear cartilage harvest for grafting Surgical removal of cartilage from the ear to be used as a graft in another part of the body. |
21 | $221 | $1,378 |
| Evaluation of ringing in the ear An assessment to evaluate the cause of ringing in the ear. This procedure involves a clinical examination to diagnose the source of the symptom. |
19 | $46 | $127 |
| Inner ear fluid canal incision with drug infusion A surgical procedure involving an incision into the fluid-filled canal of the inner ear followed by the infusion of medication. |
17 | $162 | $1,800 |
| Abnormal eye movement test with recording A test that records eye movements in three different positions to check for abnormalities. |
17 | $23 | $104 |
| Neuropsychological test evaluation, first hour A professional assessment of cognitive and behavioral functioning using standardized tests. This service covers the initial hour of the evaluation process. |
14 | $101 | $260 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 45 minutes | 12 | $79 | $170 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
0.1% high complexity
6.0% medium
93.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$2,418
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $345/year across 7 years
Top 39% in TX for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
18
Companies
52
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$247
2023
$382
2022
$242
2021
$275
2020
$193
2019
$782
2018
$298
Payments by company (2024)
Advanced Bionics, LLC
$212
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$22
Medtronic, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Nevro Corp.
$724
Advanced Bionics, LLC
$592
Cochlear Americas
$308
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$164
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$149
Vertiflex, Inc.
$125
Agiliti Surgical, Inc.
$84
Stryker Corporation
$76
Brainlab, Inc.
$32
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$28
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$27
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$22
Abbott Laboratories
$21
Acclarent, Inc
$16
MED-EL Corporation
$14
Medtronic, Inc.
$13
Optinose US, Inc.
$13
Hill Dermaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 67.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AJOVY · Acclarent Aera · CIPRODEX · COCHLEAR NUCLEUS CI632 COCHLEAR IMPLANT WITH SLIM MODIOLAR ELECTRODE · Cochlear · Cochlear Nucleus CI632 cochlear implant with Slim Modiolar electrode · Curve · DermOtic · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · EXPAREL · HIRES ULTRA CI HIFOCUS MS ELECTRODE · HiResolution Bionic Ear System · Nucleus · Otovel · Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs · STEALTHSTATION S8 PLATFORM · Senza · Senza Spinal Cord Stimulation System · Superion ISS · TULA · VIBRANT Soundbridge Middle Ear Implant and BONEBRIDGE System · XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · Xhance
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
Geographic Context
Opticians in nearby ZIP areas
195
County median income
$70,571
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
SOUTH TEXAS SPINE AND SURGICAL HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | 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. Jackson is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in TX), 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. Jackson experienced with allergy immunotherapy preparation?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Jackson performed 4,537 allergy immunotherapy preparation services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Jackson receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Jackson received a total of $2,418 from 18 companies across 52 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Jackson's costs compare to other opticians in San Antonio?
Dr. Jackson's average Medicare payment per service is $23. 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. Jackson) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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?
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About this page
This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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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