Alain Brassard, MD FRCPC FABD
NPI 1942711486 · Dermatology Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alain Brassard, MD FRCPC FABD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1942711486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942711486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD FRCPC FABD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C152008 (CA)
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
8 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
3,634 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 929 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 546 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 525 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 337 | $49 |
| Telephone, Internet, Or Electronic Health Record Assessment and Management With Written Report By Consulting Physician, at Least 5 Minutes99451 | 322 | $36 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 192 | 72 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 169 | 23 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 134 | 65 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 73 | 47 |
| Fluorouracil | 71 | 66 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 65 | 24 |
| Secukinumabbrand: Cosentyx Sensoready (2 Pens) | 58 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$599 across 12 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
- 2017-10-23
- Last updated
- 2017-10-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alain Brassard's NPI number?
- Alain Brassard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942711486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alain Brassard's specialty?
- Alain Brassard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alain Brassard located?
- Alain Brassard's practice location on file with NPPES is 3301 C St Ste 1400, Sacramento, CA 95816-3367.
- What is Alain Brassard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alain Brassard is (916) 734-6657.
- Does Alain Brassard accept Medicare?
- Alain Brassard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alain Brassard's NPI active?
- Yes — Alain Brassard's NPI (1942711486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.