Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Laura Brightman
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Somerville, MA
- NPI 1801970546
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 Broadway
Somerville, MA 021452935
(617) 284-7000
fax (617) 284-7010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 29, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #206852
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801970546. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
219
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$17,630
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 154 | 97 | $85 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 30 | 19 | $70 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 22 | 20 | $68 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 12 | $73 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Somerville Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 51. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,525
Patients
592
Total drug cost
$47,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 404 | 93 | $7,238 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 283 | 75 | $3,189 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 203 | 50 | $4,527 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 197 | 51 | $1,988 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 183 | 48 | $4,234 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 168 | 28 | $3,914 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 154 | 44 | $4,917 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 148 | 16 | $3,293 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 130 | 29 | $2,070 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 130 | 35 | $2,632 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Brightman's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Brightman practices Internal Medicine Physician in Somerville, MA.
Where does Dr. Laura Brightman practice?
Dr. Laura Brightman practices at 300 Broadway, Somerville, MA 021452935. Office phone: 6172847000.
What is Dr. Laura Brightman's NPI?
Dr. Laura Brightman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801970546, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Brightman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Brightman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Brightman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99442); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.