LAURA OBBARD BRIGHTMAN
NPI 1801970546
Internal Medicine in Somerville, MA

Q: What is Laura Brightman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Brightman is 1801970546. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2006. The provider is also known as Laura Obbard MD.

Q: What is Laura Brightman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Brightman was last updated on September 29, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.

Active since October 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

300 BROADWAY, SOMERVILLE, MA 02145(617) 284-7000(617) 284-7010 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Laura Obbard Brightman NPPES

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

LAURA OBBARD BRIGHTMAN (NPI 1801970546) is an individual internal medicine provider in Somerville, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (206852) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801970546

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameLAURA OBBARD BRIGHTMAN

Location Address300 BROADWAYSomerville, MA 02145-2935

Mailing Address300 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145-2935 · (617) 284-7000 · Fax (617) 284-7010

Phone(617) 284-7000

Fax(617) 284-7010

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 2011

✔ NPI 1801970546 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 206852

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

300 BROADWAY, Somerville, MA 02145

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Laura Obbard Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINMX9567

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Laura Obbard Brightman 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 ID2668367558

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040219000168

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

139 services88 patients

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.

31 services28 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

23 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Mount Auburn Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220002

Location330 Mount Auburn StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cambridge Health Alliance

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number220011

Location1493 Cambridge StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220086

Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02145 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

$144.11 typical visit price

range $63.72 – $189.86

Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$111.18 typical visit price

range $21.07 – $155.29

Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

14 suppliers44 claims177 services$6.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

11 suppliers27 claims57 services$1.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$3.56 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers11 claims1,069 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$26.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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

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