2026 NPPES data Hematology & Oncology Physician NPI 1710979463 MD
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PETER BYEFF, MD

Hematology & Oncology Physician in SOUTHINGTON, Connecticut. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 132 beneficiaries · Hematology & Oncology Physician avg: 847
Generic prescribing
75%
generic claims · 25% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
91.2591/100
▲ 8 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: PETER BYEFF, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in SOUTHINGTON, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 132 beneficiaries — 25% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.2591/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: PETER BYEFF, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 91.2591 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,100 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

PETER BYEFF, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

PETER BYEFF, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/18/2005

NPI 1710979463

Primary specialty

Hematology & Oncology Physician

Mid-sized

11,215 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,100 30% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 847

MIPS final score

91.2591/100 8.15910000000001% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Hematology & Oncology Physician compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Hematology & Oncology Physician share within Connecticut

1. Hematology & Oncology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Hematology & Oncology Physician share within Connecticut

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

PETER BYEFF, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Hematology & Oncology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
91.2591/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Hematology & Oncology Physician) — 91.2591/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%91.3%
MIPS final score (Hematology & Oncology Physician) — 91.2591/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

PETER BYEFF, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider practicing in SOUTHINGTON, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1710979463. 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.

PETER BYEFF, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 55 MERIDEN AVE, SOUTHINGTON, CT, 06489, with a listed phone of (860) 621-9316. NPI 1710979463 was issued on 08/18/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BYEFF 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 1,100 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 132 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $3.4 million in drug spend, split 25% brand-name and 75% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 17.5%. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 91.2591/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.3769, Cost 56.5221), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Hematology & Oncology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 11,215 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 847 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

55 MERIDEN AVE
SOUTHINGTON, CT 06489

Provider Details

NPI 1710979463
Specialty Hematology & Oncology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/18/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

91.2591
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.3769
Quality
56.5221
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where PETER BYEFF, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

THE HOSPITAL OF CENTRAL CONNECTICUT AT NEW BRITAIN GENERAL AND BRADLEY
NEW BRITAIN, CT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

PETER BYEFF, MD — brand share 25.0%
Specialty average (est.)

25% brand-name claims vs 75% generic, on 1,100 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.

1,100
Total Claims
$3.4M
Total Drug Cost
132
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,807
Total Day Supply
49,150
Brand vs Generic
25% brand / 75% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$2.9M
Generic Drug Cost
$467K
Opioid Claims
192 (17.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
23

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.11
Gender Split
54% female / 46% male
Age Distribution
<65: 17, 65-74: 58, 75-84: 39, 85+: 18

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Oxycodone Hcl
146
Imatinib Mesylate
59
Potassium Chloride
53
Eliquis
Apixaban
50
Hydroxyurea
50
Abiraterone Acetate
40
Acyclovir
40
Anastrozole
38
Prednisone
38
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
35

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Hematology & Oncology Physician Overview

How PETER BYEFF, MD fits within the Hematology & Oncology Physician landscape nationally.

11,215
Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Hematology & Oncology Physician
847
Avg Claims per Provider

PETER BYEFF, MD's 1,100 claims are above the specialty average of 847.

Nearby Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in Connecticut

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Connecticut, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BYEFF.

Compare Hematology & Oncology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PETER BYEFF, MD's specialty?
PETER BYEFF, MD specializes in Hematology & Oncology Physician and practices in SOUTHINGTON, Connecticut. Credentials: MD.
How much does PETER BYEFF, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PETER BYEFF, MD wrote 1,100 Medicare Part D claims totaling $3.4M in drug costs for 132 beneficiaries.
What is PETER BYEFF, MD's Medicare quality score?
PETER BYEFF, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 91.2591/100 (Quality: 86.3769, Cost: 56.5221). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is PETER BYEFF, MD located?
PETER BYEFF, MD is located at 55 MERIDEN AVE, SOUTHINGTON, CT, 06489. Phone: (860) 621-9316.
What is PETER BYEFF, MD's NPI number?
PETER BYEFF, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710979463, issued on 08/18/2005.
Does PETER BYEFF, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PETER BYEFF, MD's prescribing is 25% brand-name and 75% generic drugs by claim count, with $2.9M in brand drug costs.
Does PETER BYEFF, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, PETER BYEFF, MD had 192 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 17.5%.
How many Hematology & Oncology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 11,215 Hematology & Oncology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Hematology & Oncology Physician provider writes 847 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PETER BYEFF, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PETER BYEFF, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Oxycodone Hcl, Imatinib Mesylate, Potassium Chloride. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PETER BYEFF, MD accept Medicare?
PETER BYEFF, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,100 Part D claims and 132 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PETER BYEFF, MD's credentials?
PETER BYEFF, MD's NPI is 1710979463 with credentials MD. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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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