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2026 NPPES data Optometrist NPI 1659415420 O.D.
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Optometrist in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 60,484 in Optometrist, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
680
Medicare Part D claims · 234 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
92%
generic claims · 8% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Laura Ciancio, O.D. filed 680 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Optometrist in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, prescribing 92% generic.
- 680
- Part D claims, 2023
- 92%
- generic prescribing
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Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
680 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Laura Ciancio, O.D.?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Optometrist
Medicare Part D claims
680 165% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Colorado
How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Colorado providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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Laura Ciancio, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as an Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 4803 WARD RD, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033, with a listed phone of (303) 338-4545. NPI 1659415420 was issued on 02/16/2007.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 680 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 234 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $14K in drug spend, split 8% brand-name and 92% generic by claim count.
Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,484 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 257 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist, always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.
Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1659415420 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Optometrist |
| Credentials | O.D. |
| Gender | Female |
| NPI Issued | 02/16/2007 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy
Laura Ciancio, O.D. - brand share 8.0%
Optometrist average
8% brand-name claims vs 92% generic, on 680 2023 Medicare Part D claims.
The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
680
Total Claims
$14K
Total Drug Cost
234
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 1,371
- Total Day Supply
- 37,751
- Brand vs Generic
- 8% brand / 92% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $5K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $9K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 77.4 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.07
- Gender Split
- 65% female / 35% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Laura Ciancio, O.D. prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Latanoprost
Latanoprost
282 claims
- Erythromycin
Erythromycin
124 claims
- Brimonidine Tartrate 70
Brimonidine Tartrate
70 claims
- Timolol Maleate 54
Timolol Maleate
54 claims
- Dorzolamide-Timolol 32
Dorzolamide-Timolol
32 claims
- Cyclosporine 25
Cyclosporine
25 claims
- Neomycin-Polymyxin… 22
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
22 claims
- Dorzolamide Hcl 17
Dorzolamide Hcl
17 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 282 |
| Erythromycin Erythromycin Base | 124 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 70 |
| Timolol Maleate | 54 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat | 32 |
| Cyclosporine | 25 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha | 22 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 17 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 13 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Optometrist Overview
How Laura Ciancio, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.
60,484
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider
Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s 680 claims are above the specialty average of 257.
Nearby Optometrist Providers in Colorado
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Colorado, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Ciancio.
Dr. Kaleb Abbott
OD
Aurora, CO
Dr. Amy Abel
O.D.
Fort Collins, CO
Dr. Gregory Abel
O.D.
Ft Collins, CO
Dr. Brian Abert
O.D.
Arvada, CO
Dr. Ritu Abraham
OD
Aurora, CO
Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
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- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Colorado medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s specialty? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Credentials: O.D..
How much does Laura Ciancio, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Laura Ciancio, O.D. wrote 680 Medicare Part D claims totaling $14K in drug costs for 234 beneficiaries.
Where is Laura Ciancio, O.D. located? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D. is located at 4803 WARD RD, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033. Phone: (303) 338-4545.
What is Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s NPI number? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659415420, issued on 02/16/2007.
Does Laura Ciancio, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s prescribing is 8% brand-name and 92% generic drugs by claim count, with $5K in brand drug costs.
How many Optometrist providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 60,484 Optometrist providers across 56 states in the US. The average Optometrist provider writes 257 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Laura Ciancio, O.D. prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Erythromycin, Brimonidine Tartrate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Laura Ciancio, O.D. accept Medicare? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 680 Part D claims and 234 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s credentials? ▼
Laura Ciancio, O.D.'s NPI is 1659415420 with credentials O.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.
Data Sources
View source datasets and methodology notes
- Provider Directory
- CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
- Specialty Classification
- NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
- Prescribing Data
- CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
- Limitations
- Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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