Brian Peterson, M.D.
NPI 1639330996 · Neurology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Peterson, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1639330996).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639330996
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
715 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 | 340 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 130 | $123 |
| 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 | 102 | $16 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 54 | $165 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 37 | $110 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 264 | 62 |
| Levetiracetam | 181 | 43 |
| Memantine Hcl | 161 | 30 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 126 | 37 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 111 | 29 |
| Primidone | 90 | 21 |
| Pregabalin | 88 | 13 |
| Lacosamide | 73 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,122 across 109 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
- 2008-06-19
- Last updated
- 2013-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Peterson's NPI number?
- Brian Peterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639330996, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Peterson's specialty?
- Brian Peterson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Peterson located?
- Brian Peterson's practice location on file with NPPES is 3800 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-4182.
- What is Brian Peterson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Peterson is (504) 885-7337.
- Does Brian Peterson accept Medicare?
- Brian Peterson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Peterson's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Peterson's NPI (1639330996) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.