Brian Ringhofer, M.D.
NPI 1538380076 · Nephrology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Ringhofer, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1538380076).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538380076
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2009001979 (MO)
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
1,070 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 | 180 | $121 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 148 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 147 | $280 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 125 | $68 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 118 | $193 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 134 | 41 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 96 | 28 |
| Carvedilol | 57 | 16 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 57 | 16 |
| Losartan Potassium | 52 | 21 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 50 | 15 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 39 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9 across 3 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
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Ringhofer's NPI number?
- Brian Ringhofer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538380076, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Ringhofer's specialty?
- Brian Ringhofer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Ringhofer located?
- Brian Ringhofer's practice location on file with NPPES is 621 S New Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63141-8232.
- What is Brian Ringhofer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Ringhofer is (314) 251-6344.
- Does Brian Ringhofer accept Medicare?
- Brian Ringhofer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Ringhofer's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Ringhofer's NPI (1538380076) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.