Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brian Close, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Savannah, GA
- NPI 1639697246
- Accepts Medicare
- 8 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5354 Reynolds St Ste 424
Savannah, GA 314056011
(912) 819-7010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 6, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #88694
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639697246. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
984
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$100,296
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 372 | 135 | $75 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 354 | 162 | $113 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 87 | 83 | $107 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 74 | 73 | $166 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 73 | 72 | $77 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 24 | 22 | $205 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Savannah Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$38
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVRx, INC. | 1 | $24.83 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $13.16 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
14
Patients
12
Total drug cost
$57
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 14 | 12 | $57 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brian Close's medical specialty?
Dr. Brian Close practices Hospitalist Physician in Savannah, GA.
Where does Dr. Brian Close practice?
Dr. Brian Close practices at 5354 Reynolds St Ste 424, Savannah, GA 314056011. Office phone: 9128197010.
What is Dr. Brian Close's NPI?
Dr. Brian Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639697246, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brian Close accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brian Close accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brian Close commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.