Brian Ipsen, MD
NPI 1851371769 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Joplin, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Ipsen, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Joplin, MO (NPI 1851371769).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851371769
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2000164182 (MO)
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
20 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
1,148 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 153 | $227 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 125 | $116 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 74 | $33 |
| Fusion of Additional Segment of Spine22614 | 67 | $340 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 | $83 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 62 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 167 | 97 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 36 | 20 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 29 | 22 |
| Celecoxib | 28 | — |
| Baclofen | 24 | 13 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 21 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,792 across 43 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)
- 444 Four States DrSte 1Galena, KS 66379-4325Phone: (620) 783-4444Fax: (620) 783-4090
- 198 Four States Dr Ste 3Galena, KS 66739-4305Phone: (877) 783-4441Fax: (620) 783-4090
- 2701 S Rouse StPittsburg, KS 66762-6651Phone: (620) 783-4441Fax: (620) 783-4090
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-18
- Last updated
- 2026-02-27
- Certified
- 2026-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Ipsen's NPI number?
- Brian Ipsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851371769, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Ipsen's specialty?
- Brian Ipsen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Ipsen located?
- Brian Ipsen's practice location on file with NPPES is 3302 Mcintosh Cir Ste 2, Joplin, MO 64804-3639.
- What is Brian Ipsen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Ipsen is (417) 347-6100.
- Does Brian Ipsen accept Medicare?
- Brian Ipsen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Ipsen's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Ipsen's NPI (1851371769) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.