2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1245307438 M.D.
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DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.

Specialist in AVON, Connecticut. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
91
Medicare Part D claims · 39 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
77%
generic claims · 23% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in AVON, Connecticut with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 91 claims across 39 beneficiaries — 23% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. filed 91 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across AVON, Connecticut. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/30/2006

NPI 1245307438

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

91 94% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Connecticut

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Connecticut providers

Connecticut providers

Specialist share within Connecticut

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Connecticut

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in AVON, Connecticut, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1245307438. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 34 DALE RD, AVON, CT, 06001, with a listed phone of (860) 677-0079. NPI 1245307438 was issued on 11/30/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BURSTEIN most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 91 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 39 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $18K in drug spend, split 23% brand-name and 77% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 15.4%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

34 DALE RD
AVON, CT 06001

Provider Details

NPI 1245307438
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 11/30/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

FARMINGTON VALLEY ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES PC
WINDSOR, CT

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. — brand share 23.0%
Specialty average (est.)

23% brand-name claims vs 77% generic, on 91 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

91
Total Claims
$18K
Total Drug Cost
39
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
116
Total Day Supply
2,724
Brand vs Generic
23% brand / 77% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$18K
Generic Drug Cost
$552
Opioid Claims
14 (15.4% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.92
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Meloxicam
23
Vascepa
Icosapent Ethyl
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s 91 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Connecticut

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Connecticut, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BURSTEIN.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s specialty?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in AVON, Connecticut. Credentials: M.D..
How much does DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. wrote 91 Medicare Part D claims totaling $18K in drug costs for 39 beneficiaries.
Where is DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. located?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. is located at 34 DALE RD, AVON, CT, 06001. Phone: (860) 677-0079.
What is DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s NPI number?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245307438, issued on 11/30/2006.
Does DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s prescribing is 23% brand-name and 77% generic drugs by claim count, with $18K in brand drug costs.
Does DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. had 14 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 15.4%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Meloxicam, Vascepa. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. accept Medicare?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 91 Part D claims and 39 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s credentials?
DAVID BURSTEIN, M.D.'s NPI is 1245307438 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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