Barton Brezina, MD
NPI 1205824877 · Nephrology Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Barton Brezina, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1205824877).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205824877
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 047965 (GA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
12,339 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,165 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,097 | $121 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 1,073 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,056 | $8 |
| Urine Microalbumin (protein) Level82043 | 1,011 | $6 |
| Parathormone (parathyroid Hormone) Level83970 | 759 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 244 | 104 |
| Losartan Potassium | 193 | 76 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 141 | 57 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 135 | 54 |
| Calcitriol | 131 | 58 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 130 | 57 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 124 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,156 across 65 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 820 St. Sebastian WaySuite 8aAugusta, GA 30901-0000Phone: (706) 722-6900Fax: (706) 722-5118
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-07
- Last updated
- 2021-06-08
- Certified
- 2021-06-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Barton Brezina's NPI number?
- Barton Brezina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205824877, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Barton Brezina's specialty?
- Barton Brezina is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Barton Brezina located?
- Barton Brezina's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Greene St Ste 200, Augusta, GA 30901-2385.
- What is Barton Brezina's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Barton Brezina is (706) 722-6900.
- Does Barton Brezina accept Medicare?
- Barton Brezina is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Barton Brezina's NPI active?
- Yes — Barton Brezina's NPI (1205824877) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.