Michael Nirenstein, MD
NPI 1538303060 · Family Medicine Physician · North Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Nirenstein, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in North Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1538303060).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538303060
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32974 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
243 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 58 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 57 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 36 | $118 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus and Influenza87428 | 22 | $69 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 20 | $3 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 70 | 68 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 52 | 51 |
| Azithromycin | 26 | 26 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 24 | 23 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 23 | 23 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 21 | 15 |
| Cefdinir | 18 | 18 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-28
- Last updated
- 2026-03-25
- Certified
- 2026-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Nirenstein's NPI number?
- Michael Nirenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538303060, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Nirenstein's specialty?
- Michael Nirenstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Nirenstein located?
- Michael Nirenstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 240 Highway 17 N, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582-2938.
- What is Michael Nirenstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Nirenstein is (843) 310-4969.
- Does Michael Nirenstein accept Medicare?
- Michael Nirenstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Nirenstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Nirenstein's NPI (1538303060) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.