Rusty Brand, M.D.
NPI 1053385104 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Eau Claire, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rusty Brand, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Eau Claire, WI (NPI 1053385104).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053385104
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 50471-020 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
508 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 145 | $63 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 87 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 83 | $34 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 42 | $1,213 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 37 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 160 | 118 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 122 | 79 |
| Meloxicam | 40 | 23 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 19 | 15 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 17 | 14 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | — |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$241 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-15
- Last updated
- 2020-10-30
- Certified
- 2020-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rusty Brand's NPI number?
- Rusty Brand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053385104, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rusty Brand's specialty?
- Rusty Brand is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rusty Brand located?
- Rusty Brand's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1510.
- What is Rusty Brand's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rusty Brand is (715) 838-6161.
- Does Rusty Brand accept Medicare?
- Rusty Brand is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rusty Brand's NPI active?
- Yes — Rusty Brand's NPI (1053385104) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.