Tara Braun, MD
NPI 1407353303 · Dermatology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tara Braun, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1407353303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407353303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A191661 (CA)
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
8 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
1,000 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 311 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $137 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 104 | $128 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 101 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 99 | $97 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 182 | 99 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 110 | 75 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 109 | 75 |
| Hydrocortisone | 73 | 50 |
| Mupirocin | 53 | 44 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 46 | 28 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 36 | 16 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,130 across 185 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)
- 2571 Kirby DrHouston, TX 77019-6320Phone: (281) 612-0050Fax: (281) 612-0051
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-09
- Last updated
- 2023-11-09
- Certified
- 2023-11-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tara Braun's NPI number?
- Tara Braun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407353303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tara Braun's specialty?
- Tara Braun is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tara Braun located?
- Tara Braun's practice location on file with NPPES is 4060 4th Ave Ste 415, San Diego, CA 92103-2121.
- What is Tara Braun's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tara Braun is (619) 298-9809.
- Does Tara Braun accept Medicare?
- Tara Braun is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tara Braun's NPI active?
- Yes — Tara Braun's NPI (1407353303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.