Michael Brit
NPI 1689692998 · Rheumatology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Brit is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1689692998).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689692998
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 38107 (TN)
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
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
462 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 | 271 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 73 | $79 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 63 | $152 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 24 | $13 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 17 | $69 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 682 | 180 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 645 | 184 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 529 | 61 |
| Prednisone | 406 | 119 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 382 | 131 |
| Allopurinol | 160 | 55 |
| Adalimumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,082 across 101 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
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2009-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Brit's NPI number?
- Michael Brit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689692998, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Brit's specialty?
- Michael Brit is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Brit located?
- Michael Brit's practice location on file with NPPES is 979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136.
- What is Michael Brit's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Brit is (423) 778-4396.
- Does Michael Brit accept Medicare?
- Michael Brit is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Brit's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Brit's NPI (1689692998) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.