Gregory S Destefano, APRN
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
Gregory S Destefano is an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner based in Shelton, CT with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 27 years in nursing, Gregory S Destefano, APRN is a long-established adult health nurse practitioner in Shelton. He has been in practice for 27+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
Np Resources, Llc Six Corporate Drive, Suite 420, Shelton, CT 06484
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.58%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.9%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
65
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
134
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,530
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $279k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$71 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Gregory S Destefano's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Gregory S Destefano, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
27 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LA2200X
Mailing address
5 Sherwood Dr, North Haven, CT 06473-2129
Differs from practice location
Virtual Adult Health Care With Gregory S Destefano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gregory S Destefano for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shelton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gregory S Destefano
NPI records show Dr. Destefano as active with telehealth listed in Shelton, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 925-9600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Gregory S Destefano
Practice Location
Np Resources, Llc Six Corporate Drive, Suite 420, Shelton, CT 06484
Mailing Address
5 Sherwood Dr, North Haven, CT 06473-2129
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in Connecticut
See allDeborah Skinner Greene, APRN
Farmington, CT
Susan Daly, APRN
Wilton, CT
Nancy G.M. Miner, APRN
Manchester, CT