Brian Pienkos, MD
NPI 1376759811 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Rutherfordton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Pienkos, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Rutherfordton, NC (NPI 1376759811).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376759811
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 24083 (NE)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
815 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 353 | $88 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 192 | $64 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 92 | $106 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 48 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 37 | $46 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 31 | $34 |
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 | 143 | 59 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 138 | 44 |
| Methylprednisolone | 99 | 81 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 88 | 54 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 74 | 29 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 55 | 37 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$35 across 2 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)
- 126 Missouri AvenueGeneral Leonard Wood Army Community HospitalFt. Leonard Wood, MO 65473Phone: (573) 596-1764
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-14
- Last updated
- 2020-12-03
- Certified
- 2020-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Pienkos's NPI number?
- Brian Pienkos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376759811, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Pienkos's specialty?
- Brian Pienkos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Pienkos located?
- Brian Pienkos's practice location on file with NPPES is 139 Doctor Henry Norris Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139-3176.
- What is Brian Pienkos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Pienkos is (828) 287-9260.
- Does Brian Pienkos accept Medicare?
- Brian Pienkos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Pienkos's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Pienkos's NPI (1376759811) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.