Virginia Smith-Bronstein, M.D.
NPI 1093159634 · Otolaryngology Physician · San Rafael, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Virginia Smith-Bronstein, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in San Rafael, CA (NPI 1093159634).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093159634
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036148473 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
528 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 | 242 | $131 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 128 | $49 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 109 | $173 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 33 | $129 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 16 | $85 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $49–$173 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 387 | 160 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 163 | 71 |
| Prednisone | 146 | 122 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 140 | 58 |
| Famotidine | 87 | 20 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 55 | 19 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 35 | — |
| Mometasone Furoate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$279 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 899 Northgate Dr Ste 110San Rafael, CA 94903-3664Phone: (415) 362-5443Fax: (415) 362-5444
- 11 Salt Creek Ln Ste 101Hinsdale, IL 60521-3032Phone: (630) 789-3110
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-25
- Last updated
- 2026-02-02
- Certified
- 2026-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Virginia Smith-Bronstein's NPI number?
- Virginia Smith-Bronstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093159634, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Virginia Smith-Bronstein's specialty?
- Virginia Smith-Bronstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Virginia Smith-Bronstein located?
- Virginia Smith-Bronstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 899 Northgate Dr Ste 110, San Rafael, CA 94903-3664.
- What is Virginia Smith-Bronstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Virginia Smith-Bronstein is (415) 362-5443.
- Does Virginia Smith-Bronstein accept Medicare?
- Virginia Smith-Bronstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Virginia Smith-Bronstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Virginia Smith-Bronstein's NPI (1093159634) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.