Cristos Ifantides, M.D.
NPI 1821356676 · Ophthalmology Physician · Denver, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cristos Ifantides, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Denver, CO (NPI 1821356676).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821356676
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD457518 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14 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
2,523 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 Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 616 | $88 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 328 | $40 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 267 | $124 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 253 | $508 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 241 | $35 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 171 | $63 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 478 | 155 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 195 | 74 |
| Timolol Maleate | 194 | 66 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 164 | 57 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 134 | 101 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 91 | 59 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 47 | 16 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94,113 across 94 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)
- 1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029-6504Phone: (212) 241-0939
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-30
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cristos Ifantides's NPI number?
- Cristos Ifantides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821356676, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cristos Ifantides's specialty?
- Cristos Ifantides is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cristos Ifantides located?
- Cristos Ifantides's practice location on file with NPPES is 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204-4507.
- What is Cristos Ifantides's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cristos Ifantides is (303) 436-6000.
- Does Cristos Ifantides accept Medicare?
- Cristos Ifantides is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cristos Ifantides's NPI active?
- Yes — Cristos Ifantides's NPI (1821356676) 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.