Nicholas Mittica, M.D.
NPI 1023060696 · Ophthalmology Physician · Silver City, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Mittica, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Silver City, NM (NPI 1023060696).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023060696
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD2004-0317 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,400 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,200 | $126 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 549 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 408 | $89 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 364 | $60 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 305 | $33 |
| Complex Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66982 | 130 | $724 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 340 | 117 |
| Timolol Maleate | 197 | 69 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 171 | 146 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 118 | 31 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | 79 | 20 |
| Difluprednate | 74 | 58 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 60 | 52 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2019-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Mittica's NPI number?
- Nicholas Mittica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023060696, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Mittica's specialty?
- Nicholas Mittica is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Mittica located?
- Nicholas Mittica's practice location on file with NPPES is 604 W Spring St, Silver City, NM 88061-4847.
- What is Nicholas Mittica's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Mittica is (575) 388-4464.
- Does Nicholas Mittica accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Mittica is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Mittica's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Mittica's NPI (1023060696) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.