Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Craig Brammell, PA-C
Medical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1689838716
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2025 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 950621323
(831) 458-5610 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 27, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AM0700X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #19729
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689838716. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
344
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$36,863
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 148 | 131 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 59 | 55 | $83 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $101 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 33 | 33 | $119 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 18 | 18 | $76 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 18 | 18 | $28 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $153 | |
99495 |
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity | 14 | 14 | $190 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Santa Cruz Medical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 42. This provider delivers 8.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
334
Patients
100
Total drug cost
$25,781
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 33 | 26 | $682 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 31 | 0 | $1,827 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 31 | 16 | $396 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $723 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 28 | 16 | $476 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | Generic | 28 | 0 | $374 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 27 | 13 | $289 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $19,352 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $823 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 22 | 0 | $356 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Craig Brammell's medical specialty?
Dr. Craig Brammell practices Medical Physician Assistant in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Craig Brammell practice?
Dr. Craig Brammell practices at 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 950621323. Office phone: 8314585610.
What is Dr. Craig Brammell's NPI?
Dr. Craig Brammell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689838716, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Craig Brammell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Craig Brammell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Craig Brammell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.