Nicholas Braud, MD
NPI 1093342768 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Braud, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1093342768).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093342768
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
493 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 104 | $114 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 97 | $80 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 82 | $33 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 66 | $466 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 44 | $25 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 27 | $32 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 327 | 127 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 131 | 60 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 125 | 94 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 81 | 34 |
| Timolol Maleate | 65 | 30 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 22 | — |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 15 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,389 across 34 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
- 2020-03-24
- Last updated
- 2024-07-02
- Certified
- 2024-07-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Braud's NPI number?
- Nicholas Braud's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093342768, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Braud's specialty?
- Nicholas Braud is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Braud located?
- Nicholas Braud's practice location on file with NPPES is 6220 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4120.
- What is Nicholas Braud's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Braud is (225) 768-7777.
- Does Nicholas Braud accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Braud is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Braud's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Braud's NPI (1093342768) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.