Brett Sanders, MD
NPI 1427048073 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brett Sanders, MD is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1427048073).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427048073
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0000041587 (TN)
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
20 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
1,560 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 378 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 292 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 162 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 155 | $155 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 123 | $59 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 217 | 149 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 184 | 174 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 87 | 80 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 80 | 56 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 57 | 57 |
| Gabapentin | 40 | 33 |
| Methylprednisolone | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,743 across 19 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
- 2005-10-25
- Last updated
- 2012-11-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brett Sanders's NPI number?
- Brett Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427048073, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brett Sanders's specialty?
- Brett Sanders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brett Sanders located?
- Brett Sanders's practice location on file with NPPES is 2415 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404-3322.
- What is Brett Sanders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brett Sanders is (423) 624-2696.
- Does Brett Sanders accept Medicare?
- Brett Sanders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brett Sanders's NPI active?
- Yes — Brett Sanders's NPI (1427048073) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.