Edward Braun, MD
NPI 1821192956 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Kansas City, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Braun, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Kansas City, KS (NPI 1821192956).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821192956
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-30525 (KS)
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
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
1,527 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 339 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 276 | $63 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 151 | $94 |
| 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 | 125 | $16 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 453 | 99 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 319 | 69 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 309 | 87 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 250 | 80 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 217 | 39 |
| Pregabalin | 160 | 42 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,599 across 23 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
- 2006-09-11
- Last updated
- 2014-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Braun's NPI number?
- Edward Braun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821192956, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Braun's specialty?
- Edward Braun is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Braun located?
- Edward Braun's practice location on file with NPPES is 3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160.
- What is Edward Braun's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Braun is (913) 588-6670.
- Does Edward Braun accept Medicare?
- Edward Braun is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Braun's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Braun's NPI (1821192956) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.