Alan Palestine, M.D.
NPI 1992702708 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Aurora, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alan Palestine, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Aurora, CO (NPI 1992702708).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992702708
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 49796 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
568 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 132 | $143 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 124 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $96 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 79 | $42 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 60 | $20 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 40 | $27 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 94 | 40 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 42 | 14 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 37 | — |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 33 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 27 | 13 |
| Timolol Maleate | 15 | — |
| Difluprednate | 14 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 12605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045-2545Phone: (720) 848-0000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2026-02-19
- Certified
- 2026-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alan Palestine's NPI number?
- Alan Palestine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992702708, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alan Palestine's specialty?
- Alan Palestine is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alan Palestine located?
- Alan Palestine's practice location on file with NPPES is 1675 Aurora Ct, Aurora, CO 80045-2517.
- What is Alan Palestine's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alan Palestine is (720) 848-0000.
- Does Alan Palestine accept Medicare?
- Alan Palestine is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alan Palestine's NPI active?
- Yes — Alan Palestine's NPI (1992702708) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.