Brent Barranco, M.D.
NPI 1518900919 · Gastroenterology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brent Barranco, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1518900919).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518900919
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21946 (AL)
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
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
1,185 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 323 | $57 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 313 | $44 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 107 | $91 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 88 | $117 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 84 | $225 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 1,137 | 371 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 359 | 121 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 213 | 64 |
| Imipramine Hcl | 161 | 54 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 152 | 34 |
| Famotidine | 118 | 43 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 112 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,509 across 82 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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2008-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brent Barranco's NPI number?
- Brent Barranco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518900919, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brent Barranco's specialty?
- Brent Barranco is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brent Barranco located?
- Brent Barranco's practice location on file with NPPES is 513 Brookwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35209-6862.
- What is Brent Barranco's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brent Barranco is (205) 870-0256.
- Does Brent Barranco accept Medicare?
- Brent Barranco is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brent Barranco's NPI active?
- Yes — Brent Barranco's NPI (1518900919) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.