Bruce Kirschner, M.D.
NPI 1972699015 · Ophthalmology Physician · Burlingame, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bruce Kirschner, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Burlingame, CA (NPI 1972699015).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972699015
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G44283 (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
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
1,176 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 | 415 | $158 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 176 | $44 |
| 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 | 131 | $18 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 113 | $113 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 103 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 366 | 104 |
| Timolol Maleate | 125 | 37 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 83 | 25 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 53 | 17 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 42 | 12 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 21 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-05
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bruce Kirschner's NPI number?
- Bruce Kirschner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972699015, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bruce Kirschner's specialty?
- Bruce Kirschner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bruce Kirschner located?
- Bruce Kirschner's practice location on file with NPPES is 1828 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010.
- What is Bruce Kirschner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bruce Kirschner is (650) 692-8788.
- Does Bruce Kirschner accept Medicare?
- Bruce Kirschner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bruce Kirschner's NPI active?
- Yes — Bruce Kirschner's NPI (1972699015) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.