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ALMA IRMA MURPHY M.D.
NPI 1669476644
Ophthalmology in Tucson, AZ

Active since June 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
490 N ALVERNON WAY, TUCSON, AZ 85711(520) 323-1313(520) 327-7470 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 27, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Alma Irma Murphy M.d. NPPES

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

ALMA IRMA MURPHY M.D. (NPI 1669476644) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (14148) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669476644
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameALMA IRMA MURPHYCredential: M.D.
Location Address490 N ALVERNON WAYTucson, AZ 85711-1951
Mailing Address490 N Alvernon Way, Ste 4Tucson, AZ 85711-1990 · (520) 323-1313 · Fax (520) 327-7470
Phone(520) 323-1313
Fax(520) 327-7470
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 27, 2019
✔ NPI 1669476644 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 14148
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.
490 N ALVERNON WAY, Tucson, AZ 85711
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Other Identifiers 2

Other180002176Railroad Medicare
Medicaid240549AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Alma Irma Murphy 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 ID3577598432
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050928001567
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 11

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
730 services710 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
133 services133 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.
120 services114 patients
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness 76514
An ultrasound scan of the cornea is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to measure the thickness of your cornea. This helps in diagnosing certain eye conditions and planning treatments. No discomfort or pain is typically experienced.
103 services102 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
102 services57 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
75 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85711 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. NORMAN MICHAEL KUPERS O.D.
Optometrist
490 N ALVERNON WAY
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Pima County (520) 322-2713
ALMA MURPHY MD PC
Ophthalmology
490 N ALVERNON WAY
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Pima County (520) 323-1313

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 Alma Murphy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alma Murphy is 1669476644. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2005.

Where is Alma Murphy located?

Alma Murphy practices at 490 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711. The listed phone number is (520) 323-1313.

What is Alma Murphy's specialty?

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

Is Alma Murphy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alma Murphy 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.

What insurance does Alma Murphy accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and 1 other insurer list Alma Murphy as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alma Murphy was last updated on March 27, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.