Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steven Whitford, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · La Crosse, WI
- NPI 1073507075
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1836 South Ave
La Crosse, WI 546015429
(608) 782-7300
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Wisconsin #46951
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1073507075. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,388
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$490,789
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 3,515 | 299 | $70 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 429 | 209 | $27 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 367 | 120 | $99 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 261 | 131 | $24 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 258 | 65 | $103 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 247 | 136 | $30 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 205 | 205 | $141 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 171 | 171 | $126 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 166 | 65 | $25 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 155 | 141 | $93 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 226. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$140
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 3 | $105.16 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $35.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
435
Patients
186
Total drug cost
$20,265
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 146 | 35 | $1,733 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 66 | 59 | $3,847 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 66 | 16 | $737 |
| Fluorometholone | Generic | 30 | 23 | $2,281 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $811 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 26 | 22 | $1,363 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 26 | 18 | $394 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 19 | 13 | $218 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $164 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $8,716 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Whitford's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Whitford practices Ophthalmology Physician in La Crosse, WI.
Where does Dr. Steven Whitford practice?
Dr. Steven Whitford practices at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 546015429. Office phone: 6087827300.
What is Dr. Steven Whitford's NPI?
Dr. Steven Whitford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073507075, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steven Whitford accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steven Whitford accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Whitford 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); Injection of drug into eye (HCPCS 67028). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.