Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Laurence Friedman

Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Pittsburgh, PA

  • NPI 1740266659
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
  • 37 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
120 Lytton Ave, Suite 300
Pittsburgh, PA 152131481
(412) 802-3043

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 25, 2021
Year of graduation
1989 — 37 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RN0300X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Pennsylvania #MD052055L

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740266659. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
15
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$2,471
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99215 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 15 14 $165

In context: peer comparison

Among 30 peers in Pittsburgh Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 78. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Laurence Friedman's medical specialty?
Dr. Laurence Friedman practices Nephrology Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Laurence Friedman practice?
Dr. Laurence Friedman practices at 120 Lytton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152131481. Office phone: 4128023043.
What is Dr. Laurence Friedman's NPI?
Dr. Laurence Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740266659, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laurence Friedman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laurence Friedman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laurence Friedman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.