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STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.

Optometrist in FOUNTAIN, 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
104
Medicare Part D claims · 44 beneficiaries · Optometrist avg: 257
Generic prescribing
29%
generic claims · 71% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. is a Optometrist ([object Object]) practicing in FOUNTAIN, Colorado with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 104 claims across 44 beneficiaries — 71% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. filed 104 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across FOUNTAIN, Colorado. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/19/2005

NPI 1952396707

Primary specialty

Optometrist

High-volume

60,463 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

104 60% 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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STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. is a Optometrist provider practicing in FOUNTAIN, Colorado, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: O.D.. NPI: 1952396707. 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.

STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Optometrist provider holding O.D. credentials at 6310 S US HIGHWAY 85-87, FOUNTAIN, CO, 80817, with a listed phone of (719) 391-2317. NPI 1952396707 was issued on 09/19/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BESTWINA 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 104 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 44 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $78K in drug spend, split 71% brand-name and 29% 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

6310 S US HIGHWAY 85-87
FOUNTAIN, CO 80817

Provider Details

NPI 1952396707
Specialty Optometrist
Credentials O.D.
Gender Female
NPI Issued 09/19/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. — brand share 71.0%
Specialty average (est.)

71% brand-name claims vs 29% generic, on 104 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.

104
Total Claims
$78K
Total Drug Cost
44
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
224
Total Day Supply
6,576
Brand vs Generic
71% brand / 29% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$75K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.29
Gender Split
73% female / 27% 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
28
Xiidra
Lifitegrast
24
Restasis
Cyclosporine
23

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

Optometrist Overview

How STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. fits within the Optometrist landscape nationally.

60,463
Optometrist Providers in US
56
States with Optometrist
257
Avg Claims per Provider

STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s 104 claims are below 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 BESTWINA.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s specialty?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. specializes in Optometrist and practices in FOUNTAIN, Colorado. Credentials: O.D..
How much does STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. wrote 104 Medicare Part D claims totaling $78K in drug costs for 44 beneficiaries.
Where is STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. located?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. is located at 6310 S US HIGHWAY 85-87, FOUNTAIN, CO, 80817. Phone: (719) 391-2317.
What is STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s NPI number?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952396707, issued on 09/19/2005.
Does STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s prescribing is 71% brand-name and 29% generic drugs by claim count, with $75K 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 STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Latanoprost, Xiidra, Restasis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. accept Medicare?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 104 Part D claims and 44 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s credentials?
STEPHANIE BESTWINA, O.D.'s NPI is 1952396707 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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