Frank Brescia, MD
NPI 1609984558 · Medical Oncology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank Brescia, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1609984558).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609984558
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20309 (SC)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
731 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 432 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 131 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 72 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 34 | $165 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 | $157 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 260 | 79 |
| Exemestane | 121 | 36 |
| Letrozole | 98 | 27 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 73 | 24 |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 54 | 12 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 37 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 35 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2022-03-02
- Certified
- 2022-03-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank Brescia's NPI number?
- Frank Brescia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609984558, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank Brescia's specialty?
- Frank Brescia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank Brescia located?
- Frank Brescia's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-0100.
- What is Frank Brescia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank Brescia is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Frank Brescia accept Medicare?
- Frank Brescia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank Brescia's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank Brescia's NPI (1609984558) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.