Brian Young, M.D.
NPI 1588871990 · Nephrology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Young, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1588871990).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588871990
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A86145 (CA)
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
1,118 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 275 | $80 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 162 | $17 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 160 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 157 | $98 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 108 | $209 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 81 | 21 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 70 | 23 |
| Losartan Potassium | 56 | 19 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 49 | 12 |
| Calcitriol | 46 | 14 |
| Lisinopril | 35 | 12 |
| Carvedilol | 31 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2007-05-16
- Last updated
- 2020-12-24
- Certified
- 2020-12-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Young's NPI number?
- Brian Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588871990, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Young's specialty?
- Brian Young is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Young located?
- Brian Young's practice location on file with NPPES is 4150 V St Ste 3500, Sacramento, CA 95817-1460.
- What is Brian Young's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Young is (916) 734-3774.
- Does Brian Young accept Medicare?
- Brian Young is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Young's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Young's NPI (1588871990) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.