Brett Butz, MD
NPI 1538155668 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brett Butz, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1538155668).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538155668
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 052058 (GA)
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
1,682 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 | 1,014 | $86 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 98 | $137 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 73 | $62 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 64 | $265 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 63 | $79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,449 | 197 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 992 | 138 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 500 | 68 |
| Gabapentin | 460 | 112 |
| Pregabalin | 438 | 102 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 427 | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$680 across 35 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
- 2005-09-23
- Last updated
- 2016-12-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brett Butz's NPI number?
- Brett Butz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538155668, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brett Butz's specialty?
- Brett Butz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brett Butz located?
- Brett Butz's practice location on file with NPPES is 631 W East Ave, Chico, CA 95926-7201.
- What is Brett Butz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brett Butz is (530) 720-0176.
- Does Brett Butz accept Medicare?
- Brett Butz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brett Butz's NPI active?
- Yes — Brett Butz's NPI (1538155668) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.