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DR. BRIAN STEWART PUGMIRE M.D.
NPI 1609190578
Radiology - Pediatric Radiology in San Diego, CA

Active since March 22, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3020 CHILDRENS WAY, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123(858) 576-1700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 29, 2026, Sep 21, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Brian Stewart Pugmire M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRIAN STEWART PUGMIRE M.D. (NPI 1609190578) is an individual pediatric radiology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A138998) and active in the NPI registry since March 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in San Diego, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609190578
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085P0229X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN STEWART PUGMIRECredential: M.D.
Location Address3020 CHILDRENS WAYSan Diego, CA 92123-4223
Mailing Address3020 Childrens Way, Mc5003San Diego, CA 92123-4223 · (858) 576-1700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1609190578 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085P0229X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A138998
Definition
A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License A138998 (CA)
3020 CHILDRENS WAY, San Diego, CA 92123

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103-9000 · Phone (800) 926-8273 · Fax (888) 539-8781

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Brian Stewart Pugmire 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 ID749449296
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161021002117
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

8

Medicare enrollment records show Brian Pugmire reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
3020 CHILDRENS WAY, CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CENTER
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 71 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 100
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 360 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
765 MEDICAL CENTER COURT
Chula Vista, CA 91911
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 51 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
27168 NEWPORT RD, SUITE B
Menifee, CA 92584
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 372 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1516 COTNER AVE
Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 311 clinicians in this Medicare group
Vascular-Interventional Technology
16311 VENTURA BLVD STE 120
Encino, CA 91436
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 329 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
6107 N FRESNO ST, SUITE 101
Fresno, CA 93710
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
132 services129 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
25 services23 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
13 services13 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
12 services12 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
12 services12 patients
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function 74230
This process, known as a swallowing study, uses imaging technology to view how food and liquid move from your mouth to your stomach. It helps identify any issues you may have swallowing, which can be crucial for determining the best treatment plan.
11 services11 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Pathology (Pediatric Pathology)
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Physician Assistant
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Speech-Language Pathologist
3020 CHILDRENS WAY, MC5010
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Audiologist
3020 CHILDRENS WAY, MC 5010
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Pediatrics
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Pediatrics (Pediatric Emergency Medicine)
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3020 CHILDRENS WAY
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123

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 Brian Pugmire's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Pugmire is 1609190578. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2010.

Where is Brian Pugmire located?

Brian Pugmire practices at 3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA 92123. The listed phone number is (858) 576-1700.

What is Brian Pugmire's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Pediatric Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085P0229X.

Is Brian Pugmire enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Pugmire 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Brian Pugmire's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Brian Pugmire reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Medical Group Inc (San Diego, CA), San Diego Imaging, LLC (San Diego, CA), Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA), San Diego Imaging-Chula Vista LLC (Chula Vista, CA), Beverly Radiology Medical Group III (Menifee, CA) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Brian Pugmire's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Pugmire was last updated on September 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 days 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.