Deborah Distefano, MD
NPI 1932172558 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Deborah Distefano, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1932172558).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932172558
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14067 (TN)
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
1,915 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 | 415 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 411 | $83 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 202 | $98 |
| Fitting of Contact Lens for Treatment of Eye Surface Disease92071 | 167 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 159 | $114 |
| Placement of Amniotic Membrane on Eye Surface for Wound Healing65778 | 109 | $947 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 290 | 175 |
| Latanoprost | 272 | 89 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 222 | 106 |
| Ofloxacin | 191 | 97 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 160 | 92 |
| Timolol Maleate | 109 | 30 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 85 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$892 across 40 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
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2011-11-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Deborah Distefano's NPI number?
- Deborah Distefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932172558, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Deborah Distefano's specialty?
- Deborah Distefano is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Deborah Distefano located?
- Deborah Distefano's practice location on file with NPPES is 1815 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421-3130.
- What is Deborah Distefano's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Deborah Distefano is (423) 648-3937.
- Does Deborah Distefano accept Medicare?
- Deborah Distefano is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Deborah Distefano's NPI active?
- Yes — Deborah Distefano's NPI (1932172558) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-11-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.