Brian Towell, M.D.
NPI 1265420608 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Towell, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1265420608).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265420608
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G5699 (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
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
7,261 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 4,253 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 1,090 | $33 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 755 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 646 | $11 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 188 | $32 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 121 | $26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
- 2005-10-10
- Last updated
- 2008-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Towell's NPI number?
- Brian Towell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265420608, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Towell's specialty?
- Brian Towell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Towell located?
- Brian Towell's practice location on file with NPPES is 9600 Datapoint Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229-2028.
- What is Brian Towell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Towell is (210) 892-3750.
- Does Brian Towell accept Medicare?
- Brian Towell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Towell's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Towell's NPI (1265420608) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.