Derek Clifton, OD
NPI 1760084719 · Optometrist · Las Cruces, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derek Clifton, OD is a Optometrist provider in Las Cruces, NM (NPI 1760084719).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760084719
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- OD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 718 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
5 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
384 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 | 106 | $116 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 75 | $34 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 44 | $35 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 42 | $82 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 41 | $136 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 32 | $32 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 114 | 34 |
| Cyclosporine | 56 | 23 |
| Fluorometholone | 56 | 50 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 55 | 24 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 33 | 29 |
| Varenicline Tartratebrand: Tyrvaya | 30 | — |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 18 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$70 across 4 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 (1)
- 330 E Boutz RdLas Cruces, NM 88005-3255Phone: (575) 526-3314Fax: (575) 526-1061
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-11-14
- Last updated
- 2023-11-20
- Certified
- 2023-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derek Clifton's NPI number?
- Derek Clifton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760084719, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derek Clifton's specialty?
- Derek Clifton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Derek Clifton located?
- Derek Clifton's practice location on file with NPPES is 780 S Walnut St Bldg 4, Las Cruces, NM 88001-1425.
- What is Derek Clifton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derek Clifton is (575) 523-5300.
- Does Derek Clifton accept Medicare?
- Derek Clifton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derek Clifton's NPI active?
- Yes — Derek Clifton's NPI (1760084719) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.