DR. RALPH A BRUTUS MD
NPI 1073501557
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Worcester, MA

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Ralph Brutus is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height (HCPCS:E0143)

  4 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type (HCPCS:E0149)

  2 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms (HCPCS:E0163)

  4 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, headrest, cushioned, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each (HCPCS:E0955)

  1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each (HCPCS:E0961)

  4 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 39 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

  4 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 55 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, adjustable height, detachable armrest, complete assembly, each (HCPCS:E0973)

  2 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 23 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, positioning belt/safety belt/pelvic strap, each (HCPCS:E0978)

  4 DME suppliers used 23 Medicare Claims 23 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds (HCPCS:E1038)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth (HCPCS:E2601)

  4 DME suppliers used 27 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  General use wheelchair back cushion, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware (HCPCS:E2611)

  4 DME suppliers used 23 Medicare Claims 23 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

  4 DME suppliers used 157 Medicare Claims 157 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0003)

  4 DME suppliers used 64 Medicare Claims 64 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Heavy duty wheelchair (HCPCS:K0006)

  2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) (HCPCS:K0195)

  4 DME suppliers used 232 Medicare Claims 232 Services Paid

Orthotic Devices

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, test socket, below knee (HCPCS:L5620)

  3 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, acrylic socket (HCPCS:L5629)

  2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, total contact (HCPCS:L5637)

  3 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, flexible inner socket, external frame (HCPCS:L5645)

  2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee suction socket (HCPCS:L5647)

  1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee / above knee suspension locking mechanism (shuttle, lanyard or equal), excludes socket insert (HCPCS:L5671)

  3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated from existing mold or prefabricated, socket insert, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, for use with locking mechanism (HCPCS:L5673)

  3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated from existing mold or prefabricated, socket insert, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, not for use with locking mechanism (HCPCS:L5679)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 30 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity prosthesis, below knee, suspension/sealing sleeve, with or without valve, any material, each (HCPCS:L5685)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Custom shaped protective cover, below knee (HCPCS:L5704)

  2 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

  Addition to lower limb prosthesis, vacuum pump, residual limb volume management and moisture evacuation system (HCPCS:L5781)

  1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition, endoskeletal system, below knee, alignable system (HCPCS:L5910)

  3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition, endoskeletal system, below knee, ultra-light material (titanium, carbon fiber or equal) (HCPCS:L5940)

  2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower limb prosthesis, multiaxial ankle with swing phase active dorsiflexion feature (HCPCS:L5968)

  1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  All lower extremity prostheses, foot, flexible keel (HCPCS:L5972)

  1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 132 times for 109 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 217 times for 158 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 156 times for 128 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 118 times for 93 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 256 times for 256 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 570 times for 499 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 131 times for 117 patients

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

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