DR. CODY RIALS BRANCH M.D.
NPI 1851770622
Radiology - Body Imaging in San Diego, CA

Active since May 26, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.07/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 W ARBOR DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(800) 926-8273(888) 539-8781 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 20, 2021, Jul 26, 2021, Aug 31, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Cody Rials Branch M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CODY RIALS BRANCH M.D. (NPI 1851770622) is an individual body imaging provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A173118) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851770622
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085B0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. CODY RIALS BRANCHCredential: M.D.
Location Address200 W ARBOR DRSan Diego, CA 92103-9000
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410
Fax(888) 539-8781
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 26, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 20, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 20, 2021
✔ NPI 1851770622 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Body ImagingAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085B0100X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A173118
Definition
A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
200 W ARBOR DR, San Diego, CA 92103

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid06639300MS

Accepted Insurance

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. Cody Rials Branch 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 ID5395052229
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210813002099, I20240408001838
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Cody Branch reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 360 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
11600 W 2ND PL
Lakewood, CO 80228
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
969 LAKELAND DR
Jackson, MS 39216
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California and Mississippi enrollments
Multi-Specialty
2125 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, SUITE 100
Charleston, SC 29414
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol
  • 2,594 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 50

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.
730 services646 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.
610 services579 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
294 services287 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
253 services246 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.
210 services210 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.
199 services194 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Merit Health River Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Vicksburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250031
Location2100 Hwy 61 NVicksburg, MS 39183 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health River Oaks

Acute Care Hospitals · Flowood, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250138
Location1030 River Oaks DriveFlowood, MS 39232 · Rankin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

S E Lackey Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Forest, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251300
Location330 N Broad StreetForest, MS 39074 · Scott County
Emergency services

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.

81.07/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality94.99
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.09

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.

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Hospice, Inpatient
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Anesthesiology
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Cody Branch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cody Branch is 1851770622. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 26, 2015.

Where is Cody Branch located?

Cody Branch practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (800) 926-8273.

What is Cody Branch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Body Imaging, with taxonomy code 2085B0100X.

Is Cody Branch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cody Branch 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 Cody Branch's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Cody Branch reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA), Colorado Imaging Associates P C (Lakewood, CO), Lakeland Radiologists P A (Jackson, MS) and University Medical Associates (Charleston, SC). 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 Cody Branch's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Cody Branch accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Cody Branch 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 Cody Branch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cody Branch is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital, Merit Health River Oaks and S E Lackey Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cody Branch was last updated on August 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.