Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Dente, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Bernardsville, NJ
- NPI 1770598401
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
169 Mine Brook RD
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
(908) 221-1132
fax (908) 221-0712
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 27, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- New Jersey #27OA00555601 · New Jersey #270A00555600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770598401. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
372
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$30,047
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 67 | 65 | $133 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 66 | 36 | $84 | |
76512 |
2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | 57 | 30 | $52 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 44 | 44 | $41 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 36 | 34 | $40 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 35 | 35 | $31 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 20 | 20 | $236 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 19 | 18 | $44 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 16 | 15 | $71 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 12 | 12 | $133 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Bernardsville Optometrist, average services per provider: 37. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$484
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $239.54 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 6 | $93.54 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $80.88 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 3 | $54.09 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $16.16 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,182
Patients
417
Total drug cost
$318,388
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 345 | 110 | $6,308 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 187 | 49 | $92,555 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 87 | 30 | $4,369 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 76 | 18 | $27,016 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 71 | 22 | $23,969 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 65 | 13 | $21,603 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 58 | 28 | $76,078 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 56 | 24 | $2,018 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 52 | 23 | $46,824 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 41 | 33 | $1,505 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Dente's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Dente practices Optometrist in Bernardsville, NJ.
Where does Dr. Christopher Dente practice?
Dr. Christopher Dente practices at 169 Mine Brook RD, Bernardsville, NJ 07924. Office phone: 9082211132.
What is Dr. Christopher Dente's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Dente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770598401, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Dente accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Dente accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Dente 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); 2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures (HCPCS 76512). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.