Samuel Fisk Destefano, MD
Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology
Samuel Fisk Destefano is an Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Littleton, CO with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Samuel Fisk Destefano, MD has been part of the Littleton medical community since 2013 in group practice. With 13+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Littleton area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 171dNPPES updated 2025-12-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7780 S Broadway Ste 350, Littleton, CO 80122-2641
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Colorado.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ColoradoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.2%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
79
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
73
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
446
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $205k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$393 received from industry
8 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 Samuel Fisk Destefano's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Dec 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy, including new-onset, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations (the elderly, women, patients with co-morbidities). Epilepsy is a multidisciplinary field that provides comprehensive care of the patient.<br/>
Taxonomy: 2084E0001X
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 391316
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Samuel Fisk Destefano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Samuel Fisk Destefano for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Littleton 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 Samuel Fisk Destefano
Dr. Destefano is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Littleton, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 730-4400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Samuel Fisk Destefano
Practice Location
7780 S Broadway Ste 350, Littleton, CO 80122-2641
Mailing Address
7780 S Broadway Ste 350, Littleton, CO 80122-2641
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