Brijesh Kapoor, M.D.
NPI 1518988104 · Nephrology Physician · Live Oak, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brijesh Kapoor, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Live Oak, TX (NPI 1518988104).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518988104
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M7316 (TX)
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
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
2,801 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 | 627 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 538 | $116 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 461 | $106 |
| 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 | 319 | $43 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 213 | $317 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 123 | 41 |
| Losartan Potassium | 108 | 42 |
| Allopurinol | 67 | 24 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 61 | 24 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 57 | 18 |
| Potassium Chloride | 56 | 19 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 56 | 21 |
| Ferric Citrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$286 across 8 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
- 2006-07-21
- Last updated
- 2012-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brijesh Kapoor's NPI number?
- Brijesh Kapoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518988104, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brijesh Kapoor's specialty?
- Brijesh Kapoor is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brijesh Kapoor located?
- Brijesh Kapoor's practice location on file with NPPES is 11481 Toepperwein Rd, Live Oak, TX 78233-3145.
- What is Brijesh Kapoor's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brijesh Kapoor is (210) 655-8470.
- Does Brijesh Kapoor accept Medicare?
- Brijesh Kapoor is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brijesh Kapoor's NPI active?
- Yes — Brijesh Kapoor's NPI (1518988104) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.