Gary Besser, MD
NPI 1992809982 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Stamford, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Besser, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Stamford, CT (NPI 1992809982).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992809982
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 026837 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
795 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening Papanicolaou Smear; Obtaining, Preparing and Conveyance of Cervical Or Vaginal Smear to LaboratoryQ0091 | 148 | $48 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 147 | $43 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 96 | $56 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 96 | $140 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 96 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 159 | 66 |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 53 | 19 |
| Estradiolbrand: Yuvafem | 49 | 16 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 47 | 33 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | 47 | 11 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 37 | 28 |
| Estradiolbrand: Imvexxy | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,051 across 46 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
- 2006-09-11
- Last updated
- 2011-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Besser's NPI number?
- Gary Besser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992809982, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Besser's specialty?
- Gary Besser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Besser located?
- Gary Besser's practice location on file with NPPES is 190 W Broad St, Stamford, CT 06902-3633.
- What is Gary Besser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Besser is (203) 325-4321.
- Does Gary Besser accept Medicare?
- Gary Besser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Besser's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Besser's NPI (1992809982) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.