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LAURA CIANCIO, O.D.

Optometrist in WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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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
What the federal data reveals: LAURA CIANCIO, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 680 claims across 234 beneficiaries — 8% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: LAURA CIANCIO, O.D. filed 680 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

LAURA CIANCIO, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/16/2007

NPI 1659415420

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

680 165% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 257

Specialty distribution in Colorado

How Optometrist compares to other specialties among Colorado providers

Colorado providers

Optometrist share within Colorado

1. Optometrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Optometrist share within Colorado

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Optometrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Optometrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Optometrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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LAURA CIANCIO, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1659415420. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

LAURA CIANCIO, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a 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. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CIANCIO most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

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. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Optometrist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 60,463 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

4803 WARD RD
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033

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%
Specialty average (est.)

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.

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.

60,463
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.

Compare Optometrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

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 60,463 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

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.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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