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ANDREW BRAZIEL M.D.
NPI 1821318726
Orthopaedic Surgery in Waltham, MA

Active since June 03, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71 BORDER RD STE 300, WALTHAM, MA 02451(781) 890-2133(781) 890-2177 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2025, Dec 4, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Andrew Braziel M.d. NPPES

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

ANDREW BRAZIEL M.D. (NPI 1821318726) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Waltham, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (245320) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southcoast Hospitals Group, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821318726
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameANDREW BRAZIELCredential: M.D.
Location Address71 BORDER RD STE 300Waltham, MA 02451-1044
Mailing Address71 Border Rd Ste 300Waltham, MA 02451-1044 · (781) 890-2133 · Fax (781) 890-2177
Phone(781) 890-2133
Fax(781) 890-2177
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 10, 2025
✔ NPI 1821318726 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 245320
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, WellSense Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Andrew Braziel 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 ID8224343215
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150820009869
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 11

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
451 services359 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
269 services185 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
183 services128 patients
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
89 services85 patients
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
82 services76 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Southcoast Hospitals Group

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220074
Location363 Highland AvenueFall River, MA 02720 · Bristol County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220086
Location330 Brookline AvenueBoston, MA 02215 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

New England Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220088
Location125 Parker Hill AvenueBoston, MA 02120 · Suffolk County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02451 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
$97.64 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $24.41 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$78.84 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Dynamic adjustable knee extension / flexion device, includes soft interface material E1810
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$87.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. GEOFFREY J VAN FLANDERN MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. HERVEY L. KIMBALL III MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. JACOB MATTHEW KIRSCH MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. CHIMA O OHAEGBULAM MD
Neurological Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. PAUL P WEITZEL M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. JAMES G NAIRUS MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. BRIAN KWON MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133
DR. KURT J HOFMANN MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
71 BORDER RD STE 300
WALTHAM, MA 02451
Middlesex County (781) 890-2133

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 Andrew Braziel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Braziel is 1821318726. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2010.

Where is Andrew Braziel located?

Andrew Braziel practices at 71 Border Rd Ste 300, Waltham, MA 02451. The listed phone number is (781) 890-2133.

What is Andrew Braziel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Andrew Braziel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew Braziel 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 Andrew Braziel accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and WellSense Health Plan list Andrew Braziel 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 Andrew Braziel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrew Braziel is affiliated with Southcoast Hospitals Group, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and New England Baptist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Braziel was last updated on September 10, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.