Adam Braze, D.O.
NPI 1336265297 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Adam Braze, D.O. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1336265297).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336265297
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5101015849 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
323 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 86 | $124 |
| Study of Esophageal Sensation By Balloon Distension91040 | 68 | $46 |
| Repair of Hernia of Muscle at Esophagus and Stomach Using an Endoscope43281 | 24 | $1,461 |
| Monitoring and Recording of Esophageal Function Through a Capsule Attached to the Esophagus Wall91035 | 24 | $77 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 20 | $88 |
| Study of Esophagus to Assess Movement91010 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,213 across 11 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
- 2007-03-22
- Last updated
- 2020-02-11
- Certified
- 2020-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Adam Braze's NPI number?
- Adam Braze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336265297, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Adam Braze's specialty?
- Adam Braze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Adam Braze located?
- Adam Braze's practice location on file with NPPES is 1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612-3833.
- What is Adam Braze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Adam Braze is (312) 942-5000.
- Does Adam Braze accept Medicare?
- Adam Braze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Adam Braze's NPI active?
- Yes — Adam Braze's NPI (1336265297) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.