Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brian Ringhofer, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1538380076
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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621 S New Ballas RD, Suite 3015 B
Saint Louis, MO 631418232
(314) 251-6344
fax (314) 251-7929
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2009001979
- Medicaid
- MO #207020702
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538380076. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
799
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$123,842
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 189 | 119 | $125 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 136 | 26 | $290 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 120 | 50 | $78 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 92 | 40 | $71 | |
90962 |
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) | 76 | 24 | $197 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 72 | 23 | $118 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 32 | 27 | $177 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 27 | 26 | $172 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 25 | 25 | $161 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 16 | 12 | $327 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in Saint Louis Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$9
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 3 | $8.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
481
Patients
101
Total drug cost
$34,650
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 97 | 25 | $569 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 56 | 16 | $425 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 54 | 19 | $458 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 53 | 17 | $180 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 37 | 12 | $5,501 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 31 | 12 | $715 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $238 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 22 | 0 | $280 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 19 | 0 | $59 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $18,832 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brian Ringhofer's medical specialty?
Dr. Brian Ringhofer practices Nephrology Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Brian Ringhofer practice?
Dr. Brian Ringhofer practices at 621 S New Ballas RD, Saint Louis, MO 631418232. Office phone: 3142516344.
What is Dr. Brian Ringhofer's NPI?
Dr. Brian Ringhofer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538380076, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brian Ringhofer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brian Ringhofer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brian Ringhofer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90961); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.