Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Birns, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · New York, NY
- NPI 1134158488
- MIPS 83.7 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
157 E 72Nd St
New York, NY 100214331
(212) 744-8700
fax (212) 249-2421
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 11, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #153003
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134158488. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,225
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$267,924
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 1,246 | 578 | $4 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 954 | 509 | $138 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 581 | 393 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 316 | 190 | $94 | |
J1580 |
Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 309 | 103 | $3 | |
76857 |
Limited ultrasound scan of pelvis | 219 | 149 | $52 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 95 | 95 | $179 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 75 | 68 | $15 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 69 | 50 | $3 | |
76856 |
Complete ultrasound scan of pelvis | 51 | 49 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 77 peers in this city , average services per provider: 246. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$645
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFIZER INC. | 3 | $186.06 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 4 | $162.94 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $111.40 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 3 | $60.20 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 2 | $36.58 | |
| DENTSPLY IH AB | 2 | $35.41 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 2 | $35.12 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $17.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,096
Patients
671
Total drug cost
$146,475
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 1,089 | 341 | $28,944 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 310 | 97 | $7,459 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl Er (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 180 | 60 | $6,619 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 112 | 19 | $75,687 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 75 | 64 | $458 |
| Tadalafil | Generic | 63 | 15 | $11,230 |
| Silodosin | Generic | 42 | 0 | $5,571 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | Generic | 35 | 11 | $2,115 |
| Potassium Citrate Er (Potassium Citrate) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $4,394 |
| Sildenafil Citrate | Generic | 31 | 14 | $288 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Birns's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Birns practices Urology Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Douglas Birns practice?
Dr. Douglas Birns practices at 157 E 72Nd St, New York, NY 100214331. Office phone: 2127448700.
What is Dr. Douglas Birns's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Birns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134158488, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Birns accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Douglas Birns does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Birns commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated (HCPCS 81000); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.