DR. BRIAN FRED BURNS M.D.
NPI 1750471983
Plastic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand in Kerrville, TX

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Brian Burns is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Brian Burns is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 9739341413

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20120425000253

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Collagen based wound filler, dry form, sterile, per gram of collagen (HCPCS:A6010)

  3 DME suppliers used 146 Medicare Claims 4260 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing (HCPCS:A6196)

  3 DME suppliers used 101 Medicare Claims 3351 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing (HCPCS:A6197)

  3 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 449 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6212)

  2 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 336 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6219)

  1 DME suppliers used 170 Medicare Claims 4408 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6252)

  3 DME suppliers used 25 Medicare Claims 761 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6446)

  3 DME suppliers used 45 Medicare Claims 2363 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Zinc paste impregnated bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6456)

  2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 930 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound

This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.

This service was performed 58 times for 32 patients

Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound

This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.

This service was performed 284 times for 71 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

This service was performed 33 times for 30 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

This service was performed 113 times for 88 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 163 times for 80 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 594 times for 175 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 132 times for 64 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 389 times for 156 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

This service was performed 16 times for 13 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

This service was performed 53 times for 39 patients

High dose rate electronic brachytherapy, external

High Dose Rate Electronic Brachytherapy (HDR EBT) is a precise form of radiation therapy. It involves placing a tiny source of radiation directly into the area needing treatment. This allows a high dose of radiation to be delivered directly to the area, while reducing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues.

This service was performed 27 times for 20 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 19 times for 19 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 60 times for 60 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 26 times for 26 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 52 times for 52 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

Intermediate repair of wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.6-5.0 cm

This procedure involves repairing a wound on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth that measures between 2.6-5.0 cm. The process includes cleaning, suturing if necessary, and dressing the wound to promote healing and prevent infection.

This service was performed 28 times for 26 patients

Intermediate repair of wound of neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 2.6-7.5 cm

This is a procedure to mend a moderate wound between 2.6-7.5 cm on your neck, hands, or feet. It involves cleaning the wound, removing any damaged tissue, and stitching it back together to promote healing and minimize scarring.

This service was performed 21 times for 19 patients

Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm

This procedure involves the repair of a wound between 2.6-7.5 cm located on the scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs. The process includes cleaning, debridement (removal of damaged tissue), and suturing (stitching) of the wound to promote healing.

This service was performed 126 times for 117 patients

Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 7.6-12.5 cm

This procedure involves the repair of a moderate-sized wound (7.6-12.5 cm) on the scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs. It includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound to promote healing. Local anesthesia is used for comfort.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

Melanoma (skin cancer) excision

Melanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.

This service was performed for 307 patients

Obtaining data needed to develop the optimal radiation treatment, 1 treatment area

This procedure involves gathering essential information to create the best radiation treatment plan for a specific area. It includes scanning the treatment area and using this data to calculate the precise dose of radiation needed to target the disease effectively, while sparing healthy tissue.

This service was performed 17 times for 15 patients

Removal of bone, 20.0 sq cm or less

The procedure involves the surgical removal of a section of bone, up to 20.0 square cm in size. This may be necessary due to various reasons such as injury, infection, or to treat a disease. The process aims to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, or prevent the spread of disease.

This service was performed 60 times for 18 patients

Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a cancerous skin growth on the body, arms, or legs. The growth is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. The goal is to eliminate cancer cells and prevent them from spreading to other parts of the body.

This service was performed 86 times for 64 patients

Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm

This procedure involves the removal of a cancerous skin growth, between 2.1 and 3.0 cm, from the body, arms, or legs. The area is numbed, then the growth is carefully cut out. The goal is to eliminate all cancer cells while minimizing scarring.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Removal of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a cancerous skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The growth is between 1.1-2.0 cm in size. This is done to prevent the cancer from spreading and to restore health.

This service was performed 28 times for 27 patients

Removal of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves the careful removal of a cancerous skin growth measuring between 1.1 to 2.0 cm, located on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. The goal is to eliminate the cancer and prevent its spread. This is done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.

This service was performed 31 times for 24 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.

This service was performed 115 times for 29 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.

This service was performed 529 times for 76 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the removal of muscle and/or tissue, typically to treat disease or injury. An additional 20.0 square cm or less of tissue may be removed if necessary. The process is performed by a skilled medical professional to ensure your safety and recovery.

This service was performed 28 times for 13 patients

Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on the body, arms, or legs that is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. It's a safe and routine procedure performed by a medical professional to improve your skin health and appearance.

This service was performed 56 times for 50 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

This service was performed 95 times for 40 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

This service was performed 423 times for 109 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.23 for a new patient copayment and $17.13 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 78028 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 78.24, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

• Final Score: 78.24 out of 100

  The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
  
  

• Quality Score: 72.13

  The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
  
  

• Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

  The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

• Improvement Activities Score: 40

  The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 22

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 22

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation

The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

The NPI number 1750471983 is valid because the calculated check digit 3 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

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