Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Phipps, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · St Johnsbury, VT
- NPI 1649265497
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1290 Hospital Dr, Suite 5
St Johnsbury, VT 058199239
(802) 748-8126
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 8, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Vermont #042-0010054 · New Hampshire #10966
- Medicaid (2)
- NH #30201296 · VT #0VN2361
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649265497. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,426
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$517,694
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 488 | 298 | $527 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 411 | 410 | $47 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 230 | 230 | $30 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 186 | 186 | $165 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 144 | 140 | $126 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 139 | 107 | $89 | |
64708 |
Release of arm or leg nerve | 137 | 84 | $244 | |
64727 |
Release of nerve using operating microscope | 137 | 84 | $170 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 135 | 84 | $12 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 117 | 117 | $399 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in St Johnsbury Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 142. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
500
Patients
155
Total drug cost
$32,487
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 174 | 58 | $3,852 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 129 | 34 | $4,012 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 69 | 19 | $2,231 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 60 | 16 | $1,100 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 29 | 28 | $1,168 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $11,048 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $3,755 |
| Travatan Z (Travoprost) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $5,321 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Phipps's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Phipps practices Ophthalmology Physician in St Johnsbury, VT.
Where does Dr. Stephen Phipps practice?
Dr. Stephen Phipps practices at 1290 Hospital Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 058199239. Office phone: 8027488126.
What is Dr. Stephen Phipps's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Phipps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649265497, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Phipps accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Phipps accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Phipps commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136); Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.