Brian Braaksma, MD
NPI 1144476995 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Ft Worth, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Braaksma, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Ft Worth, TX (NPI 1144476995).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144476995
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S9661 (TX)
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
17 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
645 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 110 | $93 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 90 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 79 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 64 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 60 | $49 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 142 | 97 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 97 | 51 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 89 | 56 |
| Methylprednisolone | 75 | 65 |
| Gabapentin | 50 | 23 |
| Diazepam | 45 | 36 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,336 across 21 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
- 2008-08-12
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
- Certified
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Braaksma's NPI number?
- Brian Braaksma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144476995, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Braaksma's specialty?
- Brian Braaksma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Braaksma located?
- Brian Braaksma's practice location on file with NPPES is 3025 N Tarrant Pkwy Ste 220, Ft Worth, TX 76177-8629.
- What is Brian Braaksma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Braaksma is (817) 898-6688.
- Does Brian Braaksma accept Medicare?
- Brian Braaksma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Braaksma's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Braaksma's NPI (1144476995) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.