Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Distelman, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Guilford, CT
- NPI 1649387770
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.9 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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515 Boston St
Guilford, CT 064372960
(203) 453-3100
fax (203) 458-9456
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 18, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #028769
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649387770. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,926
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$244,810
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 561 | 560 | $134 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 448 | 305 | $95 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 146 | 144 | $40 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 143 | 137 | $37 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 133 | 85 | $565 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 131 | 128 | $67 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 115 | 87 | $60 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 87 | 87 | $50 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 86 | 68 | $43 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 34 | 34 | $119 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Guilford Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$255
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 1 | $120.90 | |
| Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited | 2 | $46.69 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 2 | $38.58 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $31.61 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $17.54 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,866
Patients
657
Total drug cost
$354,306
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 637 | 144 | $11,918 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 209 | 45 | $106,130 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 190 | 55 | $8,919 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 163 | 115 | $2,832 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 95 | 26 | $2,805 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 94 | 78 | $3,602 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 85 | 48 | $30,630 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 74 | 14 | $19,174 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 62 | 18 | $6,117 |
| Inveltys (Loteprednol Etabonate) | Brand | 57 | 32 | $18,258 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Distelman's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Distelman practices Ophthalmology Physician in Guilford, CT.
Where does Dr. Howard Distelman practice?
Dr. Howard Distelman practices at 515 Boston St, Guilford, CT 064372960. Office phone: 2034533100.
What is Dr. Howard Distelman's NPI?
Dr. Howard Distelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649387770, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Distelman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Distelman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Distelman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.