Bernice Esteghamatdarshad, P.A.
NPI 1598192387 · Physician Assistant · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bernice Esteghamatdarshad, P.A. is a Physician Assistant provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1598192387).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598192387
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA08752 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
204 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 | 72 | $103 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 25 | $5 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 24 | $8 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 23 | $5 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 22 | $7 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 20 | $8 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 87 | 38 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 71 | 31 |
| Leflunomide | 53 | 25 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 52 | 22 |
| Prednisone | 52 | 35 |
| Colchicine | 27 | 15 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$704 across 23 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
- 2013-10-11
- Last updated
- 2014-04-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's NPI number?
- Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598192387, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's specialty?
- Bernice Esteghamatdarshad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Bernice Esteghamatdarshad located?
- Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's practice location on file with NPPES is 6801 Mcpherson Rd Ste 331, Laredo, TX 78041-6417.
- What is Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bernice Esteghamatdarshad is (956) 722-9918.
- Does Bernice Esteghamatdarshad accept Medicare?
- Bernice Esteghamatdarshad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's NPI active?
- Yes — Bernice Esteghamatdarshad's NPI (1598192387) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.