Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Esther Fine, M.D.

Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Orange, CA

  • NPI 1679745996
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 22 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
101 the City Dr S, Building 56
Orange, CA 928683201
(714) 456-5753
fax (714) 456-5753

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2008 — 18 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 29, 2021
Year of graduation
2004 — 22 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207Y00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A96924

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679745996. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,242
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$148,327
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 258 190 $96
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 221 179 $136
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 174 174 $175
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax 156 123 $47
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes 110 110 $119
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 85 77 $140
31231 Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 75 62 $203
G0268 Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing 48 48 $54
92504 Exam of ear using a microscope 45 38 $32
31579 Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope 41 35 $214

In context: peer comparison

Among 5 peers in Orange Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
352
Patients
187
Total drug cost
$9,349
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Ipratropium Bromide Generic 66 31 $3,769
Azelastine Hcl Generic 38 20 $1,298
Mometasone Furoate Generic 25 22 $574
Mupirocin Generic 25 18 $244
Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil Generic 24 15 $1,113
Gabapentin Generic 23 14 $301
Prednisone Generic 23 21 $82
Pantoprazole Sodium Generic 19 0 $442
Cephalexin Generic 17 16 $112
Lorazepam Generic 17 16 $16

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

Auto-generated from federal data
What is Dr. Esther Fine's medical specialty?
Dr. Esther Fine practices Otolaryngology Physician in Orange, CA.
Where does Dr. Esther Fine practice?
Dr. Esther Fine practices at 101 the City Dr S, Orange, CA 928683201. Office phone: 7144565753.
What is Dr. Esther Fine's NPI?
Dr. Esther Fine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679745996, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Esther Fine accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Esther Fine accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Esther Fine commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.