BRETT BUDDEN M.D.
NPI 1164797411
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Metairie, LA

Q: What is Brett Budden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brett Budden is 1164797411. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2012.

Q: What is Brett Budden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brett Budden was last updated on October 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since March 20, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.55/100

CMS Quality Rating

4740 S I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 130, METAIRIE, LA 70001(337) 257-5864 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 22, 2021, May 23, 2018, Apr 10, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Brett Budden M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BRETT BUDDEN M.D. (NPI 1164797411) is an individual retina specialist in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (301907) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164797411

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X

Provider Legal NameBRETT BUDDENCredential: M.D.

Location Address4740 S I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 130Metairie, LA 70001-1214

Mailing Address5839 Argonne BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70124-3731 · (337) 257-5864

Phone(337) 257-5864

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMarch 20, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 22, 2021

✔ NPI 1164797411 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207WX0107X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 301907

Definition

An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.

Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 301907 (LA)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

4740 S I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 130, Metairie, LA 70001

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Brett Budden M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9133484595

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180606000578

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

834 services420 patients

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

625 services368 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

258 services60 patients

Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178

Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.

195 services17 patients

Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035

Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.

167 services54 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

158 services123 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number190176

Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70001 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$128.88 typical visit price

range $55.50 – $170.30

Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.44 typical visit price

range $17.42 – $138.03

Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

95.55/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

85.19

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BRETT C BUDDEN MD LLC

Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)

4740 S I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 130
METAIRIE, LA 70001

Jefferson Parish (337) 257-5864

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Brett Budden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brett Budden is 1164797411. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 20, 2012.

Where is Brett Budden located?

Brett Budden practices at 4740 S I 10 Service Rd W Ste 130, Metairie, LA 70001. The listed phone number is (337) 257-5864.

What is Brett Budden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is Brett Budden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brett Budden is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Brett Budden accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Brett Budden as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Brett Budden affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brett Budden is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brett Budden was last updated on October 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.