Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Devin West, MD

Ophthalmology · Wichita Falls, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
1704 11TH ST, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
9407231274
In practice since 2014 (11 years)
NPI: 1952707747 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. West

Dr. Devin West is an ophthalmology specialist in Wichita Falls, TX, with 11 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. West performed 2,428 Medicare services across 1,900 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. West received a total of $4,298 from 23 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 161 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. West 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.

✓ 11 years in practice ▲ Top 38% volume in TX $4,298 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
2,428
Medicare services
Top 38% in TX for ophthalmology
1,900
Unique beneficiaries
$62
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~221 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
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
784 $27 $112
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
478 $82 $131
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.
238 $22 $32
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
228 $90 $161
Eye exam, established patient, focused
A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom.
192 $56 $91
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
143 $27 $52
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
129 $21 $51
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.
66 $34 $86
Complex cataract removal with lens implant
A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision.
49 $535 $1,025
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
37 $19 $35
Cataract removal with artificial lens and drainage device insertion
Surgical removal of the eye's natural lens followed by the insertion of an artificial lens and a drainage device into the front chamber of the eye.
27 $469 $1,200
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
21 $6 $20
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
20 $276 $508
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.
16 $21 $75
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.
9.8% high complexity
12.1% medium
78.1% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$4,298
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $614/year across 7 years
Top 26% in TX for ophthalmology
23
Companies
161
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
$3,798 (88.4%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$500 (11.6%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$2,158
2023
$604
2022
$402
2021
$185
2020
$638
2019
$279
2018
$31

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Alcon Vision LLC
$1,490
Ivantis, Inc
$500
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$443
ABBVIE INC.
$334
Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited
$331
RxSight Inc
$177
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$173
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$166
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$147
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$86
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$75
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$48
Glaukos Corporation
$47
Dompe US, Inc.
$43
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$42
Omeros Corporation
$40
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$40
AbbVie Inc.
$36
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$28
Harrow Eye, LLC
$16
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$16
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$15
NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC.
$3
Top 3 companies account for 56.6% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALPHAGAN P · ARGOS · AcrySof · AcrySof IQ VIVITY IOL · Ahmed Glaucoma Valve · Centurion · Clareon · DAILIES · DEXTENZA · DURYSTA · HYDRUS Microstent · Hydrus · LOTEMAX SM · LUMIGAN · Luxor · MIEBO · NGENUITY · OMNI SURGICAL SYSTEM · OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) · ORA · OXERVATE · Omidria · PROKERA · RAYNER CATARACT SET 1 · RXSIGHT CONTACT LENS · RXSIGHT INJECTOR HANDPIECE · RayOne EMV · Rocklatan · TECNIS IOL · TEPEZZA · TYRVAYA · Tecnis 1-piece IOL · VERITAS Vision System · VEVYE · VYZULTA · XIIDRA · iStent inject Trabecular Micro-Bypass Stent System · rhopressa · rocklatan
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 (88%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

Equivalent to $177 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
3.9
County median income
$62,168
Nearest hospital
UNITED REGIONAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
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. West is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement.

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. West experienced with corneal topography and eye depth measurement?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. West performed 784 corneal topography and eye depth measurement 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. West receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. West received a total of $4,298 from 23 companies across 161 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. West's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Wichita Falls?
Dr. West's average Medicare payment per service is $62. 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. West) 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 →