Stephen Dryden, MD
NPI 1447606454 · Ophthalmology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Dryden, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1447606454).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447606454
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,367 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 429 | $102 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 309 | $21 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 167 | $84 |
| Removal of Excessive Skin and Fat of Upper Eyelid15823 | 84 | $734 |
| Removal of Growth of Eyelid67840 | 63 | $226 |
| Insertion of Probe Into Nasal Tear Duct68810 | 50 | $180 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 488 | 387 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 174 | 139 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 74 | 37 |
| Methylprednisolone | 49 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 43 | 42 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 26 | 23 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 21 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$360 across 6 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- University of Tennessee 920 Madison AveSuite 447Memphis, TN 38163-0001Phone: (901) 516-8255
- 262 Danny Thomas PlMemphis, TN 38105-3678Phone: (888) 226-4343
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-09
- Last updated
- 2020-07-16
- Certified
- 2020-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Dryden's NPI number?
- Stephen Dryden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447606454, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Dryden's specialty?
- Stephen Dryden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Dryden located?
- Stephen Dryden's practice location on file with NPPES is 930 Madison Ave Ste 470, Memphis, TN 38103-7400.
- What is Stephen Dryden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Dryden is (901) 448-1767.
- Does Stephen Dryden accept Medicare?
- Stephen Dryden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Dryden's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Dryden's NPI (1447606454) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.