Brian Saunders, MD
NPI 1497723530 · Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Saunders, MD is a Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1497723530).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497723530
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 026020 (LA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
384 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 106 | $165 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 79 | $115 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 61 | $8 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 57 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $112 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 155 | 33 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 145 | 30 |
| Topiramate | 142 | 37 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 92 | 29 |
| Bupropion Hclbrand: Bupropion Hcl Sr | 41 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$615 across 14 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)
- 5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808-4375Phone: (225) 765-8070
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2026-01-07
- Certified
- 2026-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Saunders's NPI number?
- Brian Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497723530, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Saunders's specialty?
- Brian Saunders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obesity Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Saunders located?
- Brian Saunders's practice location on file with NPPES is 6400 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4124.
- What is Brian Saunders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Saunders is (225) 330-0497.
- Does Brian Saunders accept Medicare?
- Brian Saunders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Saunders's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Saunders's NPI (1497723530) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.