Brian Schulze, MD PA
NPI 1407960685 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Live Oak, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Schulze, MD PA is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Live Oak, TX (NPI 1407960685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407960685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J8759 (TX)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,499 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 | 522 | $87 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 408 | $74 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 313 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 243 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 213 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 165 | $45 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 84 | 52 |
| Ibuprofen | 41 | 19 |
| Naproxen | 23 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 21 | 13 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 20 | 16 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 18 | 11 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 14 | — |
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
- 2006-08-18
- Last updated
- 2015-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Schulze's NPI number?
- Brian Schulze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407960685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Schulze's specialty?
- Brian Schulze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Schulze located?
- Brian Schulze's practice location on file with NPPES is 12709 Toepperwein Rd, Live Oak, TX 78233-3259.
- What is Brian Schulze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Schulze is (210) 477-5151.
- Does Brian Schulze accept Medicare?
- Brian Schulze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Schulze's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Schulze's NPI (1407960685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.