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- 9834 Genesee Ave, Suite 200, La Jolla, CA 92037
About Dr. Michelson
Based in La Jolla, CA, David S. Michelson, MD is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Medicare claims data shows David provided 3,323 services to 1,662 patients. The services billed most often include microfluid analysis of tears, established patient problem focused exam of visual system, and established patient complete exam of visual system. NPI 1013063437 identifies this record in the national registry.
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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
- (858) 457-3050
- Email not available
Practice Locations
9834 GENESEE AVE SUITE 200
La Jolla, CA 92037
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology 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
Cornea and external eye
Eyelid and tear drainage
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
Eye injuries
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
Retina & vitreous
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
Examination and imaging
Cataract and lens
Corneal procedures
Eye diagnostics
Eye injuries
Eyelid surgery
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
Laser procedures
Laser vision correction
Refractive surgery
Tear duct & Orbit
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
3,323 services · 1,662 patients · 13 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
26 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Closure of tear duct opening using plug | Procedure | 68761 |
23 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
40 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
815 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
292 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
268 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
128 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
122 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
103 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
81 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
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.
Related specialists at this location 2
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other eye doctors in La Jolla 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 8 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Removal of eyelashes using forceps 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Michelson specialize in?
Dr. Michelson is an eye doctor in La Jolla, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Michelson located?
Dr. Michelson is listed at 9834 Genesee Ave Suite 200, La Jolla, CA 92037. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Michelson's phone number?
The number on file is (858) 457-3050. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Michelson?
Dr. Michelson's National Provider Identifier is 1013063437. 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
How much experience does Dr. Michelson have?
Dr. Michelson has 19+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2007. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What does Dr. Michelson do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Michelson performs procedures including removal of eyelashes using forceps and closure of tear duct opening using plug; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness; provides treatments such as established patient problem focused exam of visual system and established patient complete exam of visual system, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Michelson's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Michelson. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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