DR. ALBERTO GIUSEPPE DISTEFANO M.D.
NPI 1558660340
Ophthalmology in New York, NY

Active since March 20, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17 E 102ND ST FL 8, NEW YORK, NY 10029(212) 241-0939 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2023, Nov 1, 2018, Sep 13, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Alberto Giuseppe Distefano M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ALBERTO GIUSEPPE DISTEFANO M.D. (NPI 1558660340) is an individual ophthalmology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (269827) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558660340
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALBERTO GIUSEPPE DISTEFANOCredential: M.D.
Location Address17 E 102ND ST FL 8New York, NY 10029-5204
Mailing Address310 E 14th St Fl 3New York, NY 10003-4284 · (212) 979-4500
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 20, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2023
NPI 1558660340 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in NY · 269827
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Also ListedOphthalmology · Neuro-ophthalmologyTaxonomy 207WX0109X · License 269827 (NY)
Also ListedOphthalmology · Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryTaxonomy 207WX0200X · License 269827 (NY)
17 E 102ND ST FL 8, New York, NY 10029

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Alberto Giuseppe Distefano M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4385951227
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220922002617
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
78 services63 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
72 services56 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
33 services31 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
26 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
17 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mount Sinai Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330024
LocationOne Gustave L Levy PlaceNew York, NY 10029 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ny Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330100
Location230 Second AveNew York, NY 10003 · New York County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10029 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Ophthalmology
17 E 102ND ST FL 8
NEW YORK, NY 10029
Ophthalmology (Neuro-ophthalmology)
17 E 102ND ST FL 8
NEW YORK, NY 10029
Ophthalmology
17 E 102ND ST FL 8, MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
NEW YORK, NY 10029

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Alberto Distefano's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alberto Distefano is 1558660340. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2011.

Where is Alberto Distefano located?

Alberto Distefano practices at 17 E 102nd St Fl 8, New York, NY 10029. The listed phone number is (212) 241-0939.

What is Alberto Distefano's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Alberto Distefano enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alberto Distefano is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Alberto Distefano affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alberto Distefano is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital and Ny Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alberto Distefano was last updated on April 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.