Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Demetrios Vavvas, M.D.,PHD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Boston, MA
- NPI 1518941285
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
243 Charles St
Boston, MA 021143002
(617) 573-5589
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #216838
- Medicaid
- MA #2009820
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518941285. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,293
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$156,251
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 929 | 379 | $27 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 620 | 292 | $104 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 314 | 81 | $109 | |
92201 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | 224 | 166 | $24 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 72 | 67 | $81 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 41 | 41 | $139 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 40 | 38 | $46 | |
76512 |
2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | 39 | 24 | $36 | |
67036 |
Removal of eye fluid (vitreous) between lens and retina | 14 | 14 | $889 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 89 peers in Boston Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 193. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$12,343
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 2 | $8,000.00 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 2 | $3,539.43 | |
| Janssen Global Services, LLC | 1 | $555.00 | |
| Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $136.31 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $112.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
135
Patients
48
Total drug cost
$6,151
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 61 | 23 | $1,040 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 59 | 25 | $2,456 |
| Brinzolamide | Generic | 15 | 0 | $2,655 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Demetrios Vavvas's medical specialty?
Dr. Demetrios Vavvas practices Ophthalmology Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Demetrios Vavvas practice?
Dr. Demetrios Vavvas practices at 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 021143002. Office phone: 6175735589.
What is Dr. Demetrios Vavvas's NPI?
Dr. Demetrios Vavvas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518941285, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Demetrios Vavvas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Demetrios Vavvas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Demetrios Vavvas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of drug into eye (HCPCS 67028). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.