Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Brilliant, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1629027453
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 294257826
(843) 792-1414 - Mailing address
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Po Box 751461
Charlotte, NC 282751461
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 15, 2017
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #7299
- Medicaid
- SC #072995
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629027453. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
518
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$37,525
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 258 | 120 | $84 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 90 | 43 | $62 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 90 | 44 | $8 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 43 | 43 | $105 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 21 | 20 | $116 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $157 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Charleston Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 5.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
209
Patients
83
Total drug cost
$2,320
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 154 | 69 | $1,000 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 23 | 14 | $820 |
| Sulindac | Generic | 21 | 0 | $397 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $103 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Brilliant's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Brilliant practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Howard Brilliant practice?
Dr. Howard Brilliant practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 294257826. Office phone: 8437921414.
What is Dr. Howard Brilliant's NPI?
Dr. Howard Brilliant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629027453, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Brilliant commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.