Kenneth Branton, M.D.
NPI 1609866557 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Danvers, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Branton, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Danvers, MA (NPI 1609866557).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609866557
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 151081 (MA)
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
20 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
724 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 | 166 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 122 | $129 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 61 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 55 | $92 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 51 | $98 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 100 | 38 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 99 | 71 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 57 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 45 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 25 |
| Alprazolam | 27 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$745 across 11 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
- 2005-10-24
- Last updated
- 2011-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Branton's NPI number?
- Kenneth Branton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609866557, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Branton's specialty?
- Kenneth Branton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Branton located?
- Kenneth Branton's practice location on file with NPPES is 480 Maple St, Danvers, MA 01923-4065.
- What is Kenneth Branton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Branton is (978) 304-8690.
- Does Kenneth Branton accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Branton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Branton's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Branton's NPI (1609866557) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.