Brett Hughes, MD
NPI 1831630243 · Gastroenterology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brett Hughes, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1831630243).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831630243
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A200982 (CA)
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
711 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 | 142 | $124 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 122 | $231 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 115 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 91 | $87 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 72 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 285 | 107 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 82 | 26 |
| Omeprazole | 70 | 28 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 69 | 62 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 56 | 18 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 20 | 13 |
| Lansoprazole | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,576 across 61 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 (1)
- 11100 Warner Ave Ste 360Fountain Valley, CA 92708-7513Phone: (714) 429-5800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-17
- Last updated
- 2025-10-17
- Certified
- 2025-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brett Hughes's NPI number?
- Brett Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831630243, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brett Hughes's specialty?
- Brett Hughes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brett Hughes located?
- Brett Hughes's practice location on file with NPPES is 1441 Avocado Ave Ste 807, Newport Beach, CA 92660-7709.
- What is Brett Hughes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brett Hughes is (949) 650-5155.
- Does Brett Hughes accept Medicare?
- Brett Hughes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brett Hughes's NPI active?
- Yes — Brett Hughes's NPI (1831630243) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.