James Brien, M.D.
NPI 1538383658 · Urology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Brien, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1538383658).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538383658
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT184782 (PA)
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
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
1,890 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 | 548 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 304 | $87 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 195 | $10 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 186 | $2 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 168 | $159 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 92 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,022 | 310 |
| Finasteride | 599 | 183 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 174 | 55 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 152 | 51 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 147 | 37 |
| Silodosin | 96 | 36 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 75 | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$481 across 23 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
- 2007-04-12
- Last updated
- 2023-03-17
- Certified
- 2023-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Brien's NPI number?
- James Brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538383658, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Brien's specialty?
- James Brien is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Brien located?
- James Brien's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Doctors Park, Asheville, NC 28801-4500.
- What is James Brien's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Brien is (828) 253-5314.
- Does James Brien accept Medicare?
- James Brien is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Brien's NPI active?
- Yes — James Brien's NPI (1538383658) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.