Richard Etra, M.D.
NPI 1679558118 · Otolaryngology Physician · Great Neck, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Etra, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Great Neck, NY (NPI 1679558118).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679558118
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 128003 (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
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
5,450 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,111 | $104 |
| Test for Eardrum and Muscle Function92550 | 796 | $24 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 683 | $41 |
| Placement of Ear Probe for Computerized Measurement of Sound With Interpretation and Report92587 | 457 | $24 |
| Removal of Impacted Cerumen (one Or Both Ears) By Physician on Same Date of Service As Audiologic Function TestingG0268 | 457 | $56 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 328 | $218 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 171 | 144 |
| Famotidine | 158 | 64 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 126 | 78 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 80 | 63 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 71 | 32 |
| Omeprazole | 55 | 21 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 46 | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$339 across 10 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
- 2005-12-07
- Last updated
- 2015-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Etra's NPI number?
- Richard Etra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679558118, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Etra's specialty?
- Richard Etra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Etra located?
- Richard Etra's practice location on file with NPPES is 560 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, NY 11021-5100.
- What is Richard Etra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Etra is (516) 487-6200.
- Does Richard Etra accept Medicare?
- Richard Etra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Etra's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Etra's NPI (1679558118) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.