Ronald Brzana, M.D.
NPI 1861426173 · Gastroenterology Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Brzana, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1861426173).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861426173
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD050715L (PA)
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
530 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 139 | $235 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 99 | $96 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 45 | $124 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 35 | $44 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 33 | $75 |
| Dilation of Esophagus |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 82 | 82 |
| Lansoprazole | 53 | 25 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 50 | 25 |
| Famotidine | 40 | 22 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 33 | 16 |
| Omeprazole | 27 | 11 |
| Mesalamine | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81 across 4 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
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2016-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Brzana's NPI number?
- Ronald Brzana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861426173, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Brzana's specialty?
- Ronald Brzana is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Brzana located?
- Ronald Brzana's practice location on file with NPPES is 810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602-6342.
- What is Ronald Brzana's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Brzana is (814) 946-5469.
- Does Ronald Brzana accept Medicare?
- Ronald Brzana is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Brzana's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Brzana's NPI (1861426173) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.