DR. RICHARD A BREZING MD
NPI 1386621712
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Plantation, FL

Active since December 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 300, PLANTATION, FL 33324(954) 475-9535(954) 475-4637 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2023, Feb 8, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Richard A Brezing Md NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD A BREZING MD (NPI 1386621712) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Plantation, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0044409) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Hospital And Medical Center, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386621712
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD A BREZINGCredential: MD
Location Address8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 300Plantation, FL 33324-2703
Mailing Address8251 W Broward Blvd, Suite 300Plantation, FL 33324-2703 · (954) 475-9535 · Fax (954) 475-4637
Fax(954) 475-4637
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateDecember 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1386621712 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME0044409
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, Plantation, FL 33324

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid061899300FL

Accepted 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

Dr. Richard A Brezing Md 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 ID749376572
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110221000980
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
84 services30 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
56 services51 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
18 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

University Hospital And Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tamarac, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100224
Location7201 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321 · Broward County
Emergency services

Westside Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Plantation, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100228
Location8201 W Broward BlvdPlantation, FL 33324 · Broward County

Broward Health Coral Springs

Acute Care Hospitals · Coral Springs, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100276
Location3000 Coral Hills DrCoral Springs, FL 33065 · Broward County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33324 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
$179.05 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $44.76 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Perioperative Care: Selection of Prophylactic Antibiotic - First OR Second Generation Cephalosporin
Percentage of surgical patients aged 18 years and older undergoing procedures with the indications for a first OR second generation cephalosporin prophylactic antibiotic, who had an order for a first OR second generation cephalosporin for antimicrobial…
100%27 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 103
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Internal Medicine
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 103
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Internal Medicine
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 103
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Skilled Nursing Facility
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 103
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 300
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Neurological Surgery
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 300
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8251 W BROWARD BLVD, SUITE 200
PLANTATION, FL 33324
Internal Medicine
8251 W BROWARD BLVD
PLANTATION, FL 33324

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 Richard Brezing's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Brezing is 1386621712. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 28, 2005.

Where is Richard Brezing located?

Richard Brezing practices at 8251 W Broward Blvd Suite 300, Plantation, FL 33324. The listed phone number is (954) 475-9535.

What is Richard Brezing's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Richard Brezing enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Brezing 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 Richard Brezing accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Molina Healthcare and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida list Richard Brezing 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 Richard Brezing affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Brezing is affiliated with University Hospital And Medical Center, Westside Regional Medical Center and Broward Health Coral Springs.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Brezing was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.