Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Brula, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1982674255
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1000 Bower Hill RD
Pittsburgh, PA 152431873
(412) 561-4900
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 12, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD419939
- Medicaid
- PA #0018394890008
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982674255. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
973
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$72,565
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00910 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra | 122 | 97 | $63 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 102 | 95 | $69 | |
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 69 | 69 | $63 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 53 | 34 | $48 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 45 | 41 | $14 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 41 | 41 | $29 | |
00813 |
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope | 38 | 38 | $79 | |
00812 |
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | 37 | 37 | $51 | |
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 36 | 34 | $82 | |
01922 |
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy | 30 | 28 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 111 peers in Pittsburgh Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$221
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $193.68 | |
| Mindray Ds USA, INC. | 1 | $27.39 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Brula's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Brula practices Anesthesiology Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Brula practice?
Dr. Joseph Brula practices at 1000 Bower Hill RD, Pittsburgh, PA 152431873. Office phone: 4125614900.
What is Dr. Joseph Brula's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Brula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982674255, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Brula accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Brula accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Brula commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra (HCPCS 00910); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.