Thomas E Johnson, MD
Thomas E Johnson is an Ophthalmology specialist based in Miami, FL with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 46 years in ophthalmology, Thomas E Johnson, MD is a long-established ophthalmologist in Miami. Trained at University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (class of 1980), he has been practicing for over 46 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
900 Nw 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33101-6960
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida.
MIPS Score
202381.31/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better72.6%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
144
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
117
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
270
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $20k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$125 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Thomas E Johnson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Taxonomy: 207W00000X
Education & Training
University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
900 Nw 17th Ave Box 016960 M851, Miami, FL 33101-6960
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Ophthalmology Care With Thomas E Johnson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas E Johnson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Miami required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas E Johnson
NPI records show Dr. Johnson as active with telehealth listed in Miami, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 326-6031.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
900 Nw 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33101-6960
Mailing Address
900 Nw 17th Ave Box 016960 M851, Miami, FL 33101-6960
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