Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kathleen Duerksen, M.D.
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician (CMS: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) · Tucson, AZ
- NPI 1417966607
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5979 E Grant RD, Suite 115
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 751-8030
fax (520) 751-0990
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 11, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #21767
- Medicaid
- AZ #145252
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417966607. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,235
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$387,423
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0585 |
Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | 3,005 | 25 | $6 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 740 | 571 | $22 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 277 | 277 | $161 | |
92081 |
Exam of visual field with limited testing | 259 | 255 | $29 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 179 | 147 | $124 | |
15823 |
Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid | 148 | 148 | $768 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 97 | 88 | $87 | |
68840 |
Probing of nasal tear duct | 73 | 51 | $159 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 69 | 69 | $109 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 64 | 59 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Tucson Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 261. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$582
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 5 | $168.81 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $152.68 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $141.24 | |
| Merz North America, INC. | 1 | $100.42 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $18.50 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
363
Patients
317
Total drug cost
$4,141
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 194 | 175 | $2,188 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 131 | 118 | $1,627 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 14 | 13 | $15 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 11 | $116 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $196 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kathleen Duerksen's medical specialty?
Dr. Kathleen Duerksen practices Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician in Tucson, AZ.
Where does Dr. Kathleen Duerksen practice?
Dr. Kathleen Duerksen practices at 5979 E Grant RD, Tucson, AZ 85712. Office phone: 5207518030.
What is Dr. Kathleen Duerksen's NPI?
Dr. Kathleen Duerksen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417966607, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kathleen Duerksen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kathleen Duerksen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kathleen Duerksen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit (HCPCS J0585); Photography of content of eyes (HCPCS 92285); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.