Francis Brahmakulam, M.D.
NPI 1952563165 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Darby, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francis Brahmakulam, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Darby, PA (NPI 1952563165).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952563165
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT183301 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
3,187 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Facility Ventilation Assistance and Management94004 | 1,189 | $48 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 544 | $78 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 369 | $74 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 10 Minutes99307 | 259 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 194 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 763 | 165 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 620 | 148 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 257 | 57 |
| Budesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterolbrand: Breztri Aerosphere | 237 | 57 |
| Prednisone | 237 | 101 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 216 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,217 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-28
- Last updated
- 2021-03-10
- Certified
- 2021-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francis Brahmakulam's NPI number?
- Francis Brahmakulam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952563165, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francis Brahmakulam's specialty?
- Francis Brahmakulam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francis Brahmakulam located?
- Francis Brahmakulam's practice location on file with NPPES is 1503 Lansdowne Ave, Darby, PA 19023-1330.
- What is Francis Brahmakulam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francis Brahmakulam is (610) 534-6140.
- Does Francis Brahmakulam accept Medicare?
- Francis Brahmakulam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francis Brahmakulam's NPI active?
- Yes — Francis Brahmakulam's NPI (1952563165) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.