2026 NPPES data Pediatric Cardiology Physician NPI 1710961164 MD
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DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD

Pediatric Cardiology Physician in GREENVILLE, 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
81
Medicare Part D claims · Pediatric Cardiology Physician avg: 77
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$61.05
4 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD filed 81 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Pediatric Cardiology Physician in GREENVILLE, North Carolina, prescribing 79% generic.

81
Part D claims, 2023
79%
generic prescribing
$61.05
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.

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

81 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 11/30/2005

NPI 1710961164

Primary specialty

Pediatric Cardiology Physician

Niche

2,529 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

81 5% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 77

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Pediatric Cardiology Physician compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Pediatric Cardiology Physician share within North Carolina

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

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pediatric Cardiology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Pediatric Cardiology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Cardiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Cardiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pediatric Cardiology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1018 W H SMITH BLVD, GREENVILLE, NC, 27834, with a listed phone of (252) 689-6333. NPI 1710961164 was issued on 11/30/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FAIRBROTHER 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 81 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $12K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% 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.

Pediatric Cardiology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 2,529 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 77 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

1018 W H SMITH BLVD
GREENVILLE, NC 27834

Provider Details

NPI 1710961164
Specialty Pediatric Cardiology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 11/30/2005

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 DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$61

Largest payer

Baxter Healthcare

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.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 81 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.

81
Total Claims
$12K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
141
Total Day Supply
4,162
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$11K
Generic Drug Cost
$1K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
44.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.92

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Amiodarone Hcl
11

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

Pediatric Cardiology Physician Overview

How DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD fits within the Pediatric Cardiology Physician landscape nationally.

2,529
Pediatric Cardiology Physician Providers in US
51
States with Pediatric Cardiology Physician
77
Avg Claims per Provider

DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's 81 claims are above the specialty average of 77.

Nearby Pediatric Cardiology Physician Providers in North Carolina

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

Compare Pediatric Cardiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's specialty?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD specializes in Pediatric Cardiology Physician and practices in GREENVILLE, North Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD wrote 81 Medicare Part D claims totaling $12K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD located?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD is located at 1018 W H SMITH BLVD, GREENVILLE, NC, 27834. Phone: (252) 689-6333.
What is DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's NPI number?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710961164, issued on 11/30/2005.
Does DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $11K in brand drug costs.
How many Pediatric Cardiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 2,529 Pediatric Cardiology Physician providers across 51 states in the US. The average Pediatric Cardiology Physician provider writes 77 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amiodarone Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD accept Medicare?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 81 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's credentials?
DAVID FAIRBROTHER, MD's NPI is 1710961164 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.
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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