2026 NPPES data Athletic Trainer NPI 1265665178 M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS
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BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS

Athletic Trainer in MOBILE, Alabama. 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
49
Medicare Part D claims · 34 beneficiaries · Athletic Trainer avg: 427
MIPS score
96.5664/100
▲ 13 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$13.93
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS reported a CMS MIPS final score of 96.5664/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 49 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

96.5664/100
MIPS score · +13 vs avg
49
Part D claims, 2023
$13.93
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

97 Top 17% higher than 83% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

What does the federal data show about BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/25/2009

NPI 1265665178

Primary specialty

Athletic Trainer

Mid-sized

48,068 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

49 89% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 427

MIPS final score

96.5664/100 13.466400000000007% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Athletic Trainer compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Athletic Trainer share within Alabama

1. Athletic Trainer42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Athletic Trainer share within Alabama

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Athletic Trainer national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
96.5664/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Athletic Trainer) — 96.5664/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%96.6%
MIPS final score (Athletic Trainer) — 96.5664/100 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 GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS is a Athletic Trainer provider practicing in MOBILE, Alabama, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS. NPI: 1265665178. 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 GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Athletic Trainer provider holding M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS credentials at 1601 CENTER ST, MOBILE, AL, 36604, with a listed phone of (251) 665-8200. NPI 1265665178 was issued on 08/25/2009. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GRONEWOLD 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 49 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 34 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $689 in drug spend. 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 96.5664/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 89.7654), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Athletic Trainer is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 48,068 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 427 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

1601 CENTER ST
MOBILE, AL 36604

Provider Details

NPI 1265665178
Specialty Athletic Trainer
Credentials M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/25/2009

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

96.5664
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
89.7654
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS 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.

USA HEALTH PHYSICIAN BILLING SERVICES LLC
MOBILE, AL

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

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$14

Largest payer

Smith+Nephew, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

49
Total Claims
$689
Total Drug Cost
34
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
51
Total Day Supply
920
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$689

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
63.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.80
Gender Split
62% female / 38% male
Age Distribution
<65: 16, 65-74: 14, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Diclofenac Sodium
23
Methocarbamol
18

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

Athletic Trainer Overview

How BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS fits within the Athletic Trainer landscape nationally.

48,068
Athletic Trainer Providers in US
54
States with Athletic Trainer
427
Avg Claims per Provider

BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's 49 claims are below the specialty average of 427.

Nearby Athletic Trainer Providers in Alabama

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Alabama, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as GRONEWOLD.

Compare Athletic Trainer nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's specialty?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS specializes in Athletic Trainer and practices in MOBILE, Alabama. Credentials: M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS.
How much does BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS wrote 49 Medicare Part D claims totaling $689 in drug costs for 34 beneficiaries.
What is BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's Medicare quality score?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 96.5664/100 (Quality: 89.7654). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS located?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS is located at 1601 CENTER ST, MOBILE, AL, 36604. Phone: (251) 665-8200.
What is BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's NPI number?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265665178, issued on 08/25/2009.
How many Athletic Trainer providers are there in the US?
There are 48,068 Athletic Trainer providers across 54 states in the US. The average Athletic Trainer provider writes 427 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Diclofenac Sodium, Methocarbamol. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS accept Medicare?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS appears in CMS Medicare data with 49 Part D claims and 34 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's credentials?
BRIAN GRONEWOLD, M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS's NPI is 1265665178 with credentials M.ED.,ATC, LAT, CSCS. 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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