Vernon Brewer, D.O.
NPI 1558524199 · Family Medicine Physician · Richmond, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernon Brewer, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Richmond, KY (NPI 1558524199).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558524199
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 03335 (KY)
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
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
348 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 | 125 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $118 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 39 | $122 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 34 | $120 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 20 | $2 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 19 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 224 | 37 |
| Prednisone | 92 | 71 |
| Fentanyl | 91 | 17 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 82 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 69 | 27 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 61 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$321 across 18 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
- 2008-07-03
- Last updated
- 2025-09-24
- Certified
- 2025-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernon Brewer's NPI number?
- Vernon Brewer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558524199, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernon Brewer's specialty?
- Vernon Brewer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernon Brewer located?
- Vernon Brewer's practice location on file with NPPES is 103 Alycia Dr, Richmond, KY 40475-2368.
- What is Vernon Brewer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernon Brewer is (859) 624-6515.
- Does Vernon Brewer accept Medicare?
- Vernon Brewer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernon Brewer's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernon Brewer's NPI (1558524199) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.