Esther Lipstein-Kresch, MD
NPI 1386667038 · Rheumatology Physician · New Hyde Park, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Esther Lipstein-Kresch, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in New Hyde Park, NY (NPI 1386667038).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386667038
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 146903 (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
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
5,581 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 | 828 | $146 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 626 | $9 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 504 | $45 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 424 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 363 | $103 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alendronate Sodium | 677 | 148 |
| Prednisone | 382 | 98 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 340 | 92 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 309 | 80 |
| Gabapentin | 293 | 90 |
| Meloxicam | 248 | 88 |
| Allopurinol | 145 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$908 across 51 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
- 2006-07-25
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Esther Lipstein-Kresch's NPI number?
- Esther Lipstein-Kresch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386667038, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Esther Lipstein-Kresch's specialty?
- Esther Lipstein-Kresch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Esther Lipstein-Kresch located?
- Esther Lipstein-Kresch's practice location on file with NPPES is 2800 Marcus Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11042-1008.
- What is Esther Lipstein-Kresch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Esther Lipstein-Kresch is (516) 622-6076.
- Does Esther Lipstein-Kresch accept Medicare?
- Esther Lipstein-Kresch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Esther Lipstein-Kresch's NPI active?
- Yes — Esther Lipstein-Kresch's NPI (1386667038) 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.