Brenda Velasco, MD
NPI 1548422405 · Gastroenterology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brenda Velasco, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1548422405).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548422405
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08580000 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
750 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 | 186 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $99 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 83 | $101 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 56 | $86 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 49 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 383 | 133 |
| Omeprazole | 317 | 95 |
| Famotidine | 314 | 113 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 132 | 58 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 59 | 20 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 57 | 22 |
| Lubiprostone | 52 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$472 across 30 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 502 Centennial Blvd Ste 3Voorhees, NJ 08043-9544Phone: (856) 751-2300Fax: (856) 751-2333
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-01
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brenda Velasco's NPI number?
- Brenda Velasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548422405, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brenda Velasco's specialty?
- Brenda Velasco is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brenda Velasco located?
- Brenda Velasco's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140-5103.
- What is Brenda Velasco's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brenda Velasco is (215) 707-3433.
- Does Brenda Velasco accept Medicare?
- Brenda Velasco is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brenda Velasco's NPI active?
- Yes — Brenda Velasco's NPI (1548422405) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.