Steven Braunstein, M.D.
NPI 1821182494 · Ophthalmology Physician · North Bergen, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Braunstein, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in North Bergen, NJ (NPI 1821182494).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821182494
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA04332900 (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
19 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
3,046 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 499 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 479 | $100 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 337 | $41 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 279 | $17 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 260 | $30 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 245 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 2,380 | 447 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 836 | 161 |
| Timolol Maleate | 678 | 190 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 287 | 177 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 231 | 57 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 183 | 133 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 180 | 114 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,545 across 18 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
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2023-06-09
- Certified
- 2023-06-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Braunstein's NPI number?
- Steven Braunstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821182494, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Braunstein's specialty?
- Steven Braunstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Braunstein located?
- Steven Braunstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 7316 Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen, NJ 07047-4035.
- What is Steven Braunstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Braunstein is (201) 869-3253.
- Does Steven Braunstein accept Medicare?
- Steven Braunstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Braunstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Braunstein's NPI (1821182494) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.