Dr. Thomas Vincent Distefano , MD
Orthopaedic Surgery • Yuma, AZ
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Thomas Distefano, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Yuma, AZ. With approximately 33 years of clinical experience since graduating from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1993, Dr. Distefano delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 2460 S PARKVIEW LOOP STE 3.
Dr. Distefano is affiliated with Yuma Regional Medical Center and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg, hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg, injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
2460 S Parkview Loop Ste 3
Yuma, AZ 853645357
Medicare Profile & Education
Tulane University School Of Medicine
1993
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Yuma, AZ
Practicing in Yuma, AZ (501 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
J7328
Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg
|
19,320 | 22 | $3.00 | $0.48 |
|
J7318
Hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg
|
6,600 | 66 | $22.00 | $6.30 |
|
J3301
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
|
1,763 | 234 | $20.00 | $0.99 |
|
20610
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
|
614 | 229 | $136.10 | $69.39 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
351 | 233 | $175.13 | $118.06 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
323 | 207 | $120.07 | $84.48 |
|
73562
X-ray of knee, 3 views
|
227 | 155 | $94.81 | $36.21 |
|
J7323
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose
|
155 | 35 | $266.26 | $119.31 |
|
73030
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views
|
85 | 68 | $94.28 | $30.46 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
80 | 80 | $303.00 | $156.58 |
|
20605
Aspiration and/or injection of medium joint or joint capsule
|
42 | 34 | $123.00 | $41.61 |
|
73502
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
|
35 | 31 | $197.51 | $40.30 |
|
73130
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views
|
33 | 23 | $87.67 | $33.59 |
|
73610
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views
|
29 | 22 | $83.83 | $31.78 |
|
73110
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views
|
29 | 19 | $87.62 | $36.84 |
|
64624
Destruction of nerve branches of knee using imaging guidance
|
22 | 16 | $771.00 | $136.43 |
|
73630
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views
|
21 | 17 | $89.19 | $31.10 |
|
64454
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into knee nerve branch using imaging guidance
|
13 | 12 | $739.00 | $91.85 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2025-04-14NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Yuma Regional Medical Center
2400 S Ave A, Yuma, AZ 853647127
Yuma Regional Medical Center
2400 S Ave A, Yuma, AZ 853647127
Phone: 9283442000
Yuma Regional Medical Center
11351 S Frontage Rd, Yuma, AZ 853677862
Phone: 9283364000
Secondary Practice Locations
710 Chesterfield Hwy
Cheraw, SC 295207001
Phone: 8435730010
11351 S Frontage Rd
Yuma, AZ 853677862
Phone: 9283364000
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Nurse Practitioner - Family
Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Nurse Practitioner - Family
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Registered at 2460 S PARKVIEW LOOP STE 3, YUMA, AZ 853645357 (Tel: 9283367846)
Registered at 2400 S AVENUE A, YUMA, AZ 853647127 (Tel: 9283442000)
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #119582 in MO)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at PO BOX 3239, FLORENCE, SC 295023239 (Tel: 8437777092)
Registered at 710 CHESTERFIELD HWY, CHERAW, SC 295207001 (Tel: (843) 573-0010)
Recorded as THOMAS DISTEFANO, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #51607 in SC)
Registered at 710 CHESTERFIELD HWY, CHERAW, SC 295207001 (Tel: (843) 573-0010)
Registered at 710 CHESTERFIELD HWY, CHERAW, SC 295207001 (Tel: (843) 573-0010)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 2016 S MAIN ST, MARYVILLE, MO 644682655 (Tel: 6605622525)
Registered at 114 E SOUTH HILLS DR, MARYVILLE, MO 644682659 (Tel: 6605622525)
Recorded as THOMAS DISTEFANO, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #119582 in MO)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
2400 S Avenue A
Yuma, AZ 853647127
Phone: 9283442000
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