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Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD

(Dr. Samuel Hinton, M.D.)

(392 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2000)

Professional interests include: eye problems

726 N Medical Center Drive Suite 101
Clovis, CA 93662

(559) 389-5723

Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD is an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center, Eye-Q Vision Care and VISION CARE CENTER A MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

7075 N Sharon Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720

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Saint Agnes Medical Center

726 N Medical Center Drive Suite 101
Clovis, CA 93662

(559) 389-5723

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Some issues Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

simple cataract surgery

In 2023, Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD performed more simple cataract surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

cataract surgery

cataract surgery with IOL implantation

extracapsular cataract extraction with IOL implantation

extracapsular lens removal

intraocular lens implant

lens removal surgery

lens replacement surgery

In 2023, Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD had a list price for cataract surgery, cataract surgery with IOL implantation, extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) with IOL implantation, extracapsular lens removal, intraocular lens (IOL) implant, lens removal surgery, and lens replacement surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

laser surgery

YAG laser capsulotomy

By Affordability:

ophthalmic biometry

simple cataract surgery

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD performed more laser surgery, and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for ophthalmic biometry, and simple cataract surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2012 were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	104
doctor visit	664
excision	71
eye procedures	2104
laser treatment	175

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2013 were eye procedures, laser treatment, excision and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	49
doctor visit	468
excision	63
eye procedures	2121
laser treatment	112

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	471
Female	715

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	723
Black	37
Hispanic	358
Asian	47
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	620
From 75 to 84	340
85 and over	122
Less than 65	104

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	48
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2014 were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	62
doctor visit	711
excision	41
eye procedures	2318
laser treatment	103

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	479
Female	760

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	734
Black	48
Hispanic	360
Asian	63
Other	23
Native American	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	663
From 75 to 84	352
85 and over	115
Less than 65	109

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2014

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	47
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2015 were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	67
cyst removal	12
doctor visit	761
excision	50
eye procedures	2173
incision and drainage	11
laser treatment	105
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	958
Female	1356

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1460
Black	84
Hispanic	596
Asian	108
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1294
From 75 to 84	636
85 and over	220
Less than 65	164

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	48
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2016 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	98
doctor visit	724
eye procedures	2364
laser treatment	98

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	493
Female	680

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	732
Black	39
Hispanic	304
Asian	61
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	647
From 75 to 84	348
85 and over	108
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2016

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	46
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	84
cyst removal	17
doctor visit	790
excision	39
eye procedures	2780
laser treatment	106
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	17

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	523
Female	769

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	823
Black	35
Hispanic	319
Asian	76
Other	26
Native American	13

**Age**
From 65 to 74	714
From 75 to 84	395
85 and over	100
Less than 65	83

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2017

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	45
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	96
doctor visit	928
excision	16
eye procedures	2610
laser treatment	112

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	502
Female	778

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	800
Black	46
Hispanic	313
Asian	80
Other	30
Native American	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	701
From 75 to 84	393
85 and over	106
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2018

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	47
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	126
doctor visit	1317
eye procedures	2984
incision and drainage	19
laser treatment	126

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	608
Female	918

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	950
Black	59
Hispanic	377
Asian	87
Other	39
Native American	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	759
From 75 to 84	535
85 and over	157
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	44
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2020 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	110
doctor visit	1023
eye procedures	2346
incision and drainage	19
laser treatment	110

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	491
Female	737

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	808
Black	46
Hispanic	273
Asian	56
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	640
From 75 to 84	444
85 and over	93
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	44
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2021 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	153
doctor visit	1362
eye procedures	2630
incision and drainage	23
laser treatment	153

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	532
Female	781

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	887
Black	0
Hispanic	267
Asian	67
Other	46
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	690
From 75 to 84	468
85 and over	115
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2021

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	42
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA during 2022 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and incision and drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	118
doctor visit	1208
eye procedures	2303
incision and drainage	36
laser treatment	118

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	442
Female	682

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	761
Black	0
Hispanic	226
Asian	55
Other	41
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	560
From 75 to 84	450
85 and over	87
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	40
Dementia	3
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Fresno, CA were eye procedures, laser treatment, capsulotomy and excision.

capsulotomy	97
cyst removal	14
doctor visit	905
excision	46
eye procedures	2430
incision and drainage	21
laser treatment	119
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD.

**Gender**
Male	499
Female	743

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	35
Asian / Pacific Islander	63
Non-Hispanic White	788
Hispanic	308
Native American / Alaskan Native	4
Other	18

**Age**
75 to 84	396
85 and over	111
Less than 65	73
65 to 74	662

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	41
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	9
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2000. He completed residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. He is certified by the Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology, American Board and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2000)

Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center

Board Certification: Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology, American Board (2006)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Saint Agnes Medical Center

Eye-Q Vision Care

VISION CARE CENTER A MEDICAL GROUP INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 392 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Fresno, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Shire North American Group Inc	$577 XIIDRA $553	$24
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$446 LOTEMAX GEL $159	PROLENSA $107	ZYLET $50	ALREX $45	BESIVANCE $43	Other $42
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$389 ReSTOR $134	Ilevro $88	AcrySof $54	Simbrinza $31	Cataract Equipment $16	Other $65
Bausch and Lomb Inc.	$375 ZYLET $126	PROLENSA $125	ALREX $62	BESIVANCE $42	BEPREVE $20
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$354 LOTEMAX $75	PROLENSA $64	VYZULTA $48	LOTEMAX SM $29	LOTEMAX GEL $19	Other $119
Other	$1,327 XIIDRA $226	Rocklatan $152	Rhopressa $147	Bromsite $133	Optics $130	Other $539

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,431
Education	$38

Biography

Dr. Samuel Hinton is an ophthalmology (eye disease) specialist. The average patient rating for Dr. Hinton is 5.0 stars (out of 5). His clinical interests include eye problems. He is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center. He attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Louisville.

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2017

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2018

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2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2019

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2020

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2021

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD in 2022

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samuel Peter Spomer Hinton, MD From 2012 - 2022

Education & Training

Affiliations & Hospitals

Ratings & Reviews

General Payments

Biography

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