Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Calogera Mendola, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Buffalo, NY
- NPI 1235223066
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.7 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
924 Kenmore Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 876-2020
fax (716) 876-3261
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- New York #TUV006452-1 · Virginia #0618001225
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235223066. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
555
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$50,940
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 257 | 257 | $123 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 91 | 75 | $39 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 58 | 50 | $88 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 49 | 47 | $88 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 40 | 40 | $36 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 28 | 28 | $61 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 18 | 18 | $146 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 14 | 14 | $55 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Buffalo Optometrist, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$291
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $89.32 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $62.07 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $41.75 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $40.52 | |
| RxSight INC | 1 | $24.67 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 1 | $16.58 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, INC. | 1 | $16.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
349
Patients
117
Total drug cost
$52,080
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 115 | 41 | $2,787 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 70 | 50 | $4,798 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 38 | 13 | $9,680 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 24 | 13 | $666 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $304 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $1,135 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $6,145 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $9,169 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 15 | 0 | $17,196 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Calogera Mendola's medical specialty?
Dr. Calogera Mendola practices Optometrist in Buffalo, NY.
Where does Dr. Calogera Mendola practice?
Dr. Calogera Mendola practices at 924 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216. Office phone: 7168762020.
What is Dr. Calogera Mendola's NPI?
Dr. Calogera Mendola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235223066, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Calogera Mendola accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Calogera Mendola accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Calogera Mendola commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.