Lawrence Byrd, M.D.
NPI 1619916756 · Nephrology Physician · Livingston, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Byrd, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Livingston, NJ (NPI 1619916756).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619916756
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA02944300 (NJ)
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
20 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
1,247 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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'SG2211 | 522 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 395 | $145 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 130 | $143 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 74 | $200 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 56 | $103 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 292 | 109 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 213 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 186 | 57 |
| Spironolactone | 141 | 47 |
| Losartan Potassium | 124 | 43 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 95 | 27 |
| Chlorthalidone | 70 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$114,839 across 89 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
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2007-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Byrd's NPI number?
- Lawrence Byrd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619916756, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Byrd's specialty?
- Lawrence Byrd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Byrd located?
- Lawrence Byrd's practice location on file with NPPES is 22 Old Short Hills Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039-5604.
- What is Lawrence Byrd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Byrd is (973) 994-4550.
- Does Lawrence Byrd accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Byrd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Byrd's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Byrd's NPI (1619916756) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.