Brent Flickinger, MD
NPI 1902914872 · Rheumatology Physician · Gainesville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brent Flickinger, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Gainesville, GA (NPI 1902914872).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902914872
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 059065 (GA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,478 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 Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 836 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 821 | $123 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 654 | $117 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 437 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 424 | $8 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 318 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 65 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 793 | 193 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 694 | 178 |
| Prednisone | 468 | 153 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 326 | 71 |
| Gabapentin | 303 | 76 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 272 | 53 |
| Leflunomide | 204 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,048 across 210 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)
- 1715 Resurgence Dr Ste 201Watkinsville, GA 30677-7321Phone: (706) 410-9270
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2025-07-14
- Certified
- 2025-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brent Flickinger's NPI number?
- Brent Flickinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902914872, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brent Flickinger's specialty?
- Brent Flickinger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brent Flickinger located?
- Brent Flickinger's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 S Enota Dr Ne, Gainesville, GA 30501-2403.
- What is Brent Flickinger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brent Flickinger is (770) 531-3711.
- Does Brent Flickinger accept Medicare?
- Brent Flickinger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brent Flickinger's NPI active?
- Yes — Brent Flickinger's NPI (1902914872) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.