David Epstein, MD
NPI 1225253834 · Nephrology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Epstein, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1225253834).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225253834
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 250635 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,737 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 739 | $51 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 264 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 254 | $97 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 151 | $351 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 151 | $292 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 70 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 114 | 27 |
| Furosemide | 44 | 12 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 42 | 17 |
| Calcium Acetate | 41 | 14 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 36 | 18 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 34 | — |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$141 across 2 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-17
- Last updated
- 2024-05-02
- Certified
- 2024-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Epstein's NPI number?
- David Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225253834, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Epstein's specialty?
- David Epstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Epstein located?
- David Epstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 505 E 70th St Fl 2, New York, NY 10021-4872.
- What is David Epstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Epstein is (212) 746-1578.
- Does David Epstein accept Medicare?
- David Epstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Epstein's NPI active?
- Yes — David Epstein's NPI (1225253834) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.