Nicholas Braswell, M.D.
NPI 1316942154 · Urology Physician · Decatur, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Braswell, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Decatur, AL (NPI 1316942154).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316942154
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15204 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
4,471 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 720 | $115 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 674 | $2 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 550 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 465 | $7 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 462 | $57 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 910 | 317 |
| Finasteride | 533 | 167 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 445 | 139 |
| Dutasteride | 330 | 106 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 255 | 68 |
| Cefdinir | 80 | 63 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 79 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$744 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
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2025-05-22
- Certified
- 2025-05-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Braswell's NPI number?
- Nicholas Braswell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316942154, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Braswell's specialty?
- Nicholas Braswell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Braswell located?
- Nicholas Braswell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1213 13th Ave Se, Decatur, AL 35601-4311.
- What is Nicholas Braswell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Braswell is (256) 973-3700.
- Does Nicholas Braswell accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Braswell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Braswell's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Braswell's NPI (1316942154) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.