Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brent Barranco, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1518900919
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
513 Brookwood Blvd, Suite 401
Birmingham, AL 352096862
(205) 870-0256
fax (205) 870-7107
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 7, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #21946
- Medicaid
- AL #051513667
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518900919. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
569
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$73,513
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 123 | 122 | $112 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 95 | 91 | $90 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 83 | 81 | $234 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 71 | 54 | $115 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 59 | 47 | $78 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 38 | 36 | $162 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 28 | 19 | $74 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 24 | 24 | $153 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 22 | 22 | $163 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 15 | 12 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in Birmingham Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,509
Transactions
80
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 18 | $353.82 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 14 | $259.77 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 15 | $240.19 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 14 | $231.90 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $74.13 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $58.33 | |
| Evoke Pharma, INC. | 2 | $46.97 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 2 | $42.54 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $34.27 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $31.32 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $26.28 | |
| Celltrion USA INC. | 1 | $22.86 | |
| Organon LLC | 1 | $20.57 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $17.53 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $17.44 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,240
Patients
690
Total drug cost
$256,738
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 1,041 | 341 | $20,050 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 299 | 94 | $1,925 |
| Imipramine Hcl | Generic | 126 | 46 | $1,484 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 121 | 44 | $91,203 |
| Glycopyrrolate | Generic | 101 | 30 | $3,175 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 84 | 30 | $4,141 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | Generic | 75 | 19 | $665 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 73 | 13 | $321 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 64 | 30 | $1,478 |
| Trulance (Plecanatide) | Brand | 59 | 26 | $41,934 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brent Barranco's medical specialty?
Dr. Brent Barranco practices Gastroenterology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Brent Barranco practice?
Dr. Brent Barranco practices at 513 Brookwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 352096862. Office phone: 2058700256.
What is Dr. Brent Barranco's NPI?
Dr. Brent Barranco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518900919, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brent Barranco accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brent Barranco accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brent Barranco commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.