Brian Bruel, M.D., M.B.A
NPI 1659563047 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Bruel, M.D., M.B.A is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1659563047).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659563047
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.B.A
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M7067 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,284 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 | 1,045 | $123 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 417 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 296 | $88 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 149 | $14 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 71 | $52 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,322 | 181 |
| Gabapentin | 684 | 112 |
| Pregabalin | 494 | 64 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 448 | 53 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 392 | 51 |
| Methocarbamol | 369 | 64 |
| Baclofen | 333 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75,850 across 293 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 1241 Campbell RdHouston, TX 77055-6453Phone: (713) 568-6095
- 11240 Fm 1960 Rd W Ste 406Houston, TX 77065-3663Phone: (713) 745-7246Fax: (713) 745-0177
- 9001 Forest Xing Ste DThe Woodlands, TX 77381-1132Phone: (713) 568-6095Fax: (713) 965-4091
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-10
- Last updated
- 2021-09-06
- Certified
- 2021-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Bruel's NPI number?
- Brian Bruel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659563047, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Bruel's specialty?
- Brian Bruel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Bruel located?
- Brian Bruel's practice location on file with NPPES is 9717 Jones Rd Ste 100, Houston, TX 77065-4303.
- What is Brian Bruel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Bruel is (713) 568-6095.
- Does Brian Bruel accept Medicare?
- Brian Bruel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Bruel's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Bruel's NPI (1659563047) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.