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PENINA BURNSTEIN MD
NPI 1538154174
Dermatology in Brooklyn, NY

Active since September 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
1318 52ND ST, BROOKLYN, NY 11219(718) 437-4500(718) 871-2052 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 20, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Penina Burnstein Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

PENINA BURNSTEIN MD (NPI 1538154174) is an individual dermatology provider in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in New York (184158) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538154174
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NamePENINA BURNSTEINCredential: MD
Location Address1318 52ND STBrooklyn, NY 11219-3802
Mailing AddressPo Box 190233Brooklyn, NY 11219-0233 · (718) 437-4500 · Fax (718) 871-1685
Phone(718) 437-4500
Fax(718) 871-2052
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 20, 2008
✔ NPI 1538154174 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 184158
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
1318 52ND ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF79586
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified02J201NY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Penina Burnstein Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4688628811
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050309001063
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Penina Burnstein reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Penina Burnstein MD PLLC
Same address
Dermatology
1318 52ND STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11219
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
NPI 1457520967 (718) 437-4500
Maimonides Faculty Practice Plan
0.5 mi
Internal Medicine
4802 10TH AVE
Brooklyn, NY 11219
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 1,177 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053344846 (718) 283-8700

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
616 services297 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
229 services114 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
171 services171 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
116 services67 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
103 services38 patients
Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.5 cm or less 11300
This is a simple procedure where a small skin growth on your body, arms, or legs, measuring 0.5 cm or less, is carefully shaved off. It's typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It helps to prevent any potential health issues related to the growth.
38 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Maimonides Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brooklyn, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330194
Location4802 Tenth AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11219 · Kings County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11219 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$105.06 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $26.26 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$83.44 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $20.86 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. ALAN MARK BRICKMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
1318 52ND ST
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
Kings County (718) 436-9898
SARAH FISCH
Specialist
1318 52ND ST
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
Kings County (718) 435-2190

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Penina Burnstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Penina Burnstein is 1538154174. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2005.

Where is Penina Burnstein located?

Penina Burnstein practices at 1318 52nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11219. The listed phone number is (718) 437-4500.

What is Penina Burnstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Penina Burnstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Penina Burnstein is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Penina Burnstein's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Penina Burnstein reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Penina Burnstein MD PLLC (Brooklyn, NY) and Maimonides Faculty Practice Plan (Brooklyn, NY). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Penina Burnstein's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Penina Burnstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Penina Burnstein is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Penina Burnstein was last updated on February 20, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.