2026 NPPES data Gynecology Physician NPI 1962602755 MD
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BRIAN BARROW, MD

Gynecology Physician in BREVARD, North Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
243
Medicare Part D claims · 76 beneficiaries · Gynecology Physician avg: 295
Generic prescribing
82%
generic claims · 18% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
93.5111/100
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What the federal data reveals: BRIAN BARROW, MD is a Gynecology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in BREVARD, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 243 claims across 76 beneficiaries — 18% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 93.5111/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: BRIAN BARROW, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 93.5111 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 243 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

BRIAN BARROW, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

BRIAN BARROW, MD at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/20/2007

NPI 1962602755

Primary specialty

Gynecology Physician

Niche

3,902 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

243 18% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 295

MIPS final score

93.5111/100 10.411100000000005% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Gynecology Physician compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Gynecology Physician share within North Carolina

1. Gynecology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gynecology Physician share within North Carolina

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

BRIAN BARROW, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Gynecology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
93.5111/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Gynecology Physician) — 93.5111/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%93.5%
MIPS final score (Gynecology Physician) — 93.5111/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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BRIAN BARROW, MD is a Gynecology Physician provider practicing in BREVARD, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1962602755. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

BRIAN BARROW, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gynecology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 87 MEDICAL PARK DR STE B, BREVARD, NC, 28712, with a listed phone of (828) 547-3004. NPI 1962602755 was issued on 07/20/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BARROW most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 243 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 76 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $27K in drug spend, split 18% brand-name and 82% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 93.5111/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 84.2392), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Gynecology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,902 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 295 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

87 MEDICAL PARK DR STE B
BREVARD, NC 28712

Provider Details

NPI 1962602755
Specialty Gynecology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/20/2007

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

93.5111
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
84.2392
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where BRIAN BARROW, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

MOUNTAIN AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER INC
ASHEVILLE, NC

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

BRIAN BARROW, MD — brand share 18.0%
Specialty average (est.)

18% brand-name claims vs 82% generic, on 243 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

243
Total Claims
$27K
Total Drug Cost
76
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
534
Total Day Supply
15,065
Brand vs Generic
18% brand / 82% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$15K
Generic Drug Cost
$12K
Antibiotic Claims
22

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.97
Gender Split
100% female / 0% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Estradiol
47
Clobetasol Propionate
25
Estradiol (Once Weekly)
Estradiol
12
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
12
Venlafaxine Hcl Er
Venlafaxine Hcl
12
Valacyclovir
Valacyclovir Hcl
11
Premarin
"Estrogens
N/A
Progesterone
"Progesterone
N/A

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Gynecology Physician Overview

How BRIAN BARROW, MD fits within the Gynecology Physician landscape nationally.

3,902
Gynecology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Gynecology Physician
295
Avg Claims per Provider

BRIAN BARROW, MD's 243 claims are below the specialty average of 295.

Nearby Gynecology Physician Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BARROW.

Compare Gynecology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRIAN BARROW, MD's specialty?
BRIAN BARROW, MD specializes in Gynecology Physician and practices in BREVARD, North Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does BRIAN BARROW, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BRIAN BARROW, MD wrote 243 Medicare Part D claims totaling $27K in drug costs for 76 beneficiaries.
What is BRIAN BARROW, MD's Medicare quality score?
BRIAN BARROW, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 93.5111/100 (Quality: 84.2392). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is BRIAN BARROW, MD located?
BRIAN BARROW, MD is located at 87 MEDICAL PARK DR STE B, BREVARD, NC, 28712. Phone: (828) 547-3004.
What is BRIAN BARROW, MD's NPI number?
BRIAN BARROW, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962602755, issued on 07/20/2007.
Does BRIAN BARROW, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
BRIAN BARROW, MD's prescribing is 18% brand-name and 82% generic drugs by claim count, with $15K in brand drug costs.
How many Gynecology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,902 Gynecology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Gynecology Physician provider writes 295 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does BRIAN BARROW, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BRIAN BARROW, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Estradiol, Clobetasol Propionate, Estradiol (Once Weekly). This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BRIAN BARROW, MD accept Medicare?
BRIAN BARROW, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 243 Part D claims and 76 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BRIAN BARROW, MD's credentials?
BRIAN BARROW, MD's NPI is 1962602755 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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