Gary Bakst, M.D.
NPI 1275530537 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Bakst, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1275530537).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275530537
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 173178 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,256 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 | 808 | $91 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 164 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 161 | $62 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Interpretation and Report95251 | 76 | $33 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 25 | $8 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Head and Neck Soft Tissue |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 110 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,077 | 288 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 540 | 125 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 411 | 120 |
| Metformin Hcl | 394 | 117 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 355 | 93 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 334 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,431 across 141 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
- 2005-07-01
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Bakst's NPI number?
- Gary Bakst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275530537, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Bakst's specialty?
- Gary Bakst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Bakst located?
- Gary Bakst's practice location on file with NPPES is 1365 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206-1098.
- What is Gary Bakst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Bakst is (518) 489-4704.
- Does Gary Bakst accept Medicare?
- Gary Bakst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Bakst's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Bakst's NPI (1275530537) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.