Bernard Hsu, M.D.
NPI 1316101934 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Buffalo, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bernard Hsu, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Buffalo, NY (NPI 1316101934).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316101934
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A114376 (CA)
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
17 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
313 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 108 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 35 | $104 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 28 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 27 | $119 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 26 | $243 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 218 | 61 |
| Pregabalin | 40 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 32 | — |
| Methocarbamol | 26 | 11 |
| Ibuprofen | 25 | — |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 21 | — |
| Lidocaine | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$973 across 21 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
- 2008-07-13
- Last updated
- 2023-09-11
- Certified
- 2023-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bernard Hsu's NPI number?
- Bernard Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316101934, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bernard Hsu's specialty?
- Bernard Hsu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bernard Hsu located?
- Bernard Hsu's practice location on file with NPPES is 3495 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215-1129.
- What is Bernard Hsu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bernard Hsu is (716) 862-7950.
- Does Bernard Hsu accept Medicare?
- Bernard Hsu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bernard Hsu's NPI active?
- Yes — Bernard Hsu's NPI (1316101934) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.