Lawrence Cohen, M.D.
NPI 1023010956 · Gastroenterology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Cohen, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1023010956).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023010956
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 139071 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
628 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 129 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 80 | $199 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 55 | $189 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 51 | $111 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 45 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 157 | 44 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 88 | 34 |
| Famotidine | 84 | 22 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 58 | 13 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 56 | 54 |
| Mesalamine | 42 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 35 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 311 E 79th StSuite 2aNew York, NY 10021-0903Phone: (212) 996-6633Fax: (212) 996-6677
- 311 E 79th StSuite 2aNew York, NY 10021-0903Phone: (212) 996-6633Fax: (212) 996-6677
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-11
- Last updated
- 2019-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Cohen's NPI number?
- Lawrence Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023010956, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Cohen's specialty?
- Lawrence Cohen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Cohen located?
- Lawrence Cohen's practice location on file with NPPES is 5 E 98th St, New York, NY 10029.
- What is Lawrence Cohen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Cohen is (212) 241-4299.
- Does Lawrence Cohen accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Cohen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Cohen's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Cohen's NPI (1023010956) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.