Laura Istrate, M.D.
NPI 1538693262 · Neurology Physician · Loma Linda, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Istrate, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Loma Linda, CA (NPI 1538693262).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538693262
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A158381 (CA)
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
9 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
182 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 28 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 27 | $93 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 26 | $83 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study95885 | 23 | $65 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 | $172 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | 25 | — |
| Phenobarbital | 25 | — |
| Gabapentin | 22 | 12 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 20 | — |
| Pregabalin | 19 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 17 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55 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
- 2017-04-19
- Last updated
- 2023-10-02
- Certified
- 2023-10-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Istrate's NPI number?
- Laura Istrate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538693262, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Istrate's specialty?
- Laura Istrate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Istrate located?
- Laura Istrate's practice location on file with NPPES is 11370 Anderson St # B100, Loma Linda, CA 92354-3450.
- What is Laura Istrate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Istrate is (909) 558-2880.
- Does Laura Istrate accept Medicare?
- Laura Istrate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Istrate's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Istrate's NPI (1538693262) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.