James Brunz, MD
NPI 1073508131 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Tea, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Brunz, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Tea, SD (NPI 1073508131).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073508131
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 8584 (SD)
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
2,060 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 | 271 | $87 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 187 | $93 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 118 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 111 | $46 |
| Insertion of Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Array Through Skin63650 | 109 | $295 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 226 | 72 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 85 | 71 |
| Meloxicam | 66 | 21 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 54 | 20 |
| Cephalexin | 46 | 39 |
| Methylprednisolone | 34 | 32 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 32 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$345 across 14 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
- 2005-09-14
- Last updated
- 2026-04-22
- Certified
- 2026-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Brunz's NPI number?
- James Brunz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073508131, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Brunz's specialty?
- James Brunz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Brunz located?
- James Brunz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2120 Live Stronger St, Tea, SD 57064-8331.
- What is James Brunz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Brunz is (605) 331-5890.
- Does James Brunz accept Medicare?
- James Brunz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Brunz's NPI active?
- Yes — James Brunz's NPI (1073508131) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.