David Braun, M.D.
NPI 1538310214 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Brevard, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Braun, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Brevard, NC (NPI 1538310214).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538310214
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD438698 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
1,277 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 240 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 234 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $88 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 123 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Thigh Bone, Minimum 2 Views73552 | 99 | $33 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 86 | $26 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 128 | 72 |
| Celecoxib | 124 | 57 |
| Meloxicam | 88 | 35 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 73 | 48 |
| Naproxen | 48 | 30 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 41 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,204 across 36 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
- 2008-10-01
- Last updated
- 2026-04-01
- Certified
- 2026-04-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Braun's NPI number?
- David Braun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538310214, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Braun's specialty?
- David Braun is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Braun located?
- David Braun's practice location on file with NPPES is 187 Medical Park Dr, Brevard, NC 28712-4189.
- What is David Braun's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Braun is (828) 884-2055.
- Does David Braun accept Medicare?
- David Braun is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Braun's NPI active?
- Yes — David Braun's NPI (1538310214) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.