Physician Profile
Sindhu H. Thota, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Thota
Based in Saint Simons Island, GA, Sindhu H. Thota, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Medicare claims data shows Sindhu provided 1,555 services to 1,363 patients. The services billed most often include exam of the internal drainage system of eye, photography of the retina, and established patient complete exam of visual system.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
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
- (912) 638-8073
- Email not available
Practice Locations
540 OCEAN BLVD
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
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
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
Cornea and external eye
- Blepharitis
- Corneal abrasion
- Corneal ulcer
- Keratoconus
- Pink eye
- Pterygium
Eyelid and tear drainage
- Blocked tear duct
- Chalazion
- Drooping eyelid
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
- Epiretinal membrane
- Retinal detachment
Eye injuries
- Foreign Object in Eye
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
- Thyroid eye disease
- Uveitis
Retina & vitreous
- Eye Floaters and Flashes
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Cataract surgery
- Eye exam
- LASIK
- Retina surgery
Examination and imaging
- Corneal topography
- Fluorescein angiography
Cataract and lens
- Intraocular lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
Corneal procedures
- Amniotic Membrane Eye Graft
Eye diagnostics
- Optical Coherence Tomography Scan
Eye injuries
- Eye Scratch Laceration Repair
- Foreign Object Removal from Eye
Eyelid surgery
- Stye Removal
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
- Drooping-eyelid repair
- Entropion repair
- Eye-muscle surgery
- Eyelid surgery
- Tear-duct bypass surgery
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
- Laser Floater Removal
Laser procedures
- Laser Treatment for Retinal Tear
Laser vision correction
- SMILE Eye Surgery
Refractive surgery
- Clear Lens Exchange
- Implantable Contact Lenses
Tear duct & Orbit
- Orbital Decompression Surgery
- Tear Duct Plugs
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
1,555 services · 1,363 patients · 11 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
291 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
281 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92014 |
227 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
196 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
194 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
99 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of content of eyes | Treatment | 92285 |
41 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| New patient complete exam of visual system | Treatment | 92004 |
27 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
89 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more | Office visit | 99212 |
72 | More often than most 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.
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1967 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
More connections — 8 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 8
Providers in GA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Sindhu H. Thota's specialty?
Sindhu H. Thota is an eye doctor in Saint Simons Island, GA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Sindhu H. Thota?
Sindhu H. Thota is listed at 540 Ocean Blvd, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Sindhu H. Thota?
The number on file is (912) 638-8073. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Sindhu H. Thota?
Sindhu H. Thota's National Provider Identifier is 1700865987. 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
What is Sindhu H. Thota's education?
Sindhu H. Thota attended Other, graduating in 1967. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Sindhu H. Thota have?
Sindhu H. Thota has 59 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1967, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Sindhu H. Thota known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Sindhu H. Thota provides treatments such as exam of the internal drainage system of eye and photography of the retina, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Sindhu H. Thota's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Sindhu H. Thota. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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