Duane Austin, M.D.
NPI 1477654838 · Ophthalmology Physician · West Hartford, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Duane Austin, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in West Hartford, CT (NPI 1477654838).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477654838
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 029018 (CT)
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
19 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
1,123 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 294 | $131 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 267 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 172 | $59 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 100 | $42 |
| Ultrasound Scan to Determine Eye Length and Lens Power76519 | 58 | $52 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 57 | $561 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 281 | 168 |
| Ofloxacin | 218 | 133 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 191 | 118 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 182 | 113 |
| Latanoprost | 171 | 54 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 121 | 85 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 92 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$291 across 17 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
- 2006-09-26
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Duane Austin's NPI number?
- Duane Austin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477654838, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Duane Austin's specialty?
- Duane Austin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Duane Austin located?
- Duane Austin's practice location on file with NPPES is 639 Park Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107-3443.
- What is Duane Austin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Duane Austin is (860) 521-9230.
- Does Duane Austin accept Medicare?
- Duane Austin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Duane Austin's NPI active?
- Yes — Duane Austin's NPI (1477654838) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.