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- 420 N 2Nd St, Amite, LA 70422
About Dr. Thomas
Charles Thomas, O.D. is an optometrist practicing in Amite, LA. Medicare claims data shows Charles provided 2,405 services to 1,780 patients. The services billed most often include established patient problem focused exam of visual system, established patient complete exam of visual system, and exam of visual field with extended testing. This provider record is associated with NPI 1497715619.
Factual summary compiled by Guide.md from public records; not written by this provider.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (985) 748-8750
- Email not available
Practice Locations
420 N 2ND ST
Amite, LA 70422
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Optometry generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Astigmatism
- Dry eye
- Nearsightedness
- Pink eye
- Presbyopia
Contact lens issues
- Contact Lens Intolerance
Cornea conditions
- Keratoconus
- Pterygium
Corneal issues
- Corneal Neovascularization
- Eye Sunburn
Eye conditions
- Broken Blood Vessel in Eye
Eye discomfort
- Burning Eyes
- Discharge from Eye
- Red Eyes
Eye diseases
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal Tear Symptoms
Eye infections
- Corneal ulcer
Eye inflammation
- Iritis
Eye injuries
- Corneal abrasion
- Foreign Object in Eye
Eye irritation
- Eye Allergies
- Eye Pain
- Watery Eyes
Eye surface issues
- Yellow Bump on Eye
Eyelid conditions
- Blepharitis
- Drooping eyelid
- Eye Twitching
- Stye
Eyelid issues
- Chalazion
- Ectropion
- Entropion
- Eyelash Lice or Dandruff
Pediatric eye conditions
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
Pupil issues
- Unequal Pupil Sizes
Tear duct issues
- Blocked tear duct
Vision changes
- Blurry Vision
- Color Blindness
- Distorted Vision
- Double Vision
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Halos Around Lights
- Light Sensitivity
- Night Blindness
- Posterior vitreous detachment
- Tunnel Vision
- Visual Migraines
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Contact lens fitting
- Dry eye treatment
- Eye exam
- Glasses prescription
Contact lens exams
- Bifocal or Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting
- Contact Lens Training
- Plano (Non-Prescription) Colored Contact Lens Exam
- Toric Contact Lens Fitting
Dry eye treatments
- Autologous Serum Eye Drops Fitting
- IPL for Dry Eye
- LipiFlow Treatment
- Meibomian Gland Expression
Examinations
- Comprehensive medical eye examination
- Diabetic Eye Exam
- DMV Vision Test
- Low Vision Assessment
- Pediatric Eye Exam
Eyelid care
- Eyelid Deep Cleaning
Eyelid treatments
- Stye Removal
General exams
- School Vision Screening Follow-Up
Glasses and eyewear
- Blue Light Glasses Consultation
- Eyeglass Frame Adjustment and Repair
- Prescription Sunglasses Consultation
- Prism Eyeglasses Fitting
Imaging & tests
- Color Vision Testing
- Corneal topography
- Coronary optical coherence tomography
- Eye-pressure measurement
- Pachymetry
- Retinal photography
- Visual Field Test
Imaging and scans
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Minor procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Placement
- Tear Duct Plugs
Specialty lenses
- Ortho-K
- RGP Contact Lens Fitting
- Scleral Lens Fitting
Surgical evaluations
- Cataract Evaluation
- Corneal Cross-Linking Evaluation
- LASIK Consultation
- PRK Evaluation
Tear duct procedures
- Flushing of Tear Ducts
Therapy
- Sports Vision Training
- Vision Therapy
Urgent care
- Emergency Eye Care
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Vision correction
- Myopia Management
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,405 services · 1,780 patients · 10 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closure of tear duct opening using plug | Procedure | 68761 |
40 | As often as other peers in Optometrist |
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
23 | As often as other peers in Optometrist |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
764 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
376 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
375 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
322 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
282 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
173 | More than most peers in Optometrist |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
37 | More often than most peers in Optometrist |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Optometrist |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other optometrists at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 1
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 24 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1984 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Closure of tear duct opening using plug 8
Providers in LA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Charles Thomas?
Charles Thomas is an optometrist in Amite, LA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
What is Charles Thomas's address?
Charles Thomas is listed at 420 N 2Nd St, Amite, LA 70422. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Charles Thomas?
The number on file is (985) 748-8750. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Charles Thomas?
Charles Thomas's National Provider Identifier is 1497715619. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Charles Thomas train?
Charles Thomas attended Other, graduating in 1984. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Charles Thomas have?
Charles Thomas has 42 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1984, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Charles Thomas perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Charles Thomas performs procedures including closure of tear duct opening using plug and removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser; provides treatments such as established patient problem focused exam of visual system and established patient complete exam of visual system. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Charles Thomas's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Charles Thomas. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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