2026 NPPES data Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program NPI 1184329062
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NICHOLAS BRAZEAU

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in DURHAM, 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
140
Medicare Part D claims · 40 beneficiaries · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program avg: 459
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

NICHOLAS BRAZEAU filed 140 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in DURHAM, North Carolina, prescribing 85% generic.

140
Part D claims, 2023
85%
generic prescribing

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NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

140 35th percentile higher than 35% 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

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about NICHOLAS BRAZEAU?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/31/2023

NPI 1184329062

Primary specialty

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

High-volume

331,761 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

140 69% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 459

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program share within North Carolina

1. Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program) — 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).

NICHOLAS BRAZEAU appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program provider at 2301 ERWIN RD, DURHAM, NC, 27705, with a listed phone of (919) 684-8111. NPI 1184329062 was issued on 03/31/2023. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BRAZEAU 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 140 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 40 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $16K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% 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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 331,761 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 459 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

2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705

Provider Details

NPI 1184329062
Specialty Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/31/2023

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

NICHOLAS BRAZEAU — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 140 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.

140
Total Claims
$16K
Total Drug Cost
40
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
221
Total Day Supply
6,074
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$14K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.12
Gender Split
60% female / 40% male
Age Distribution
<65: 13, 65-74: 16, 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
Amlodipine Besylate
18

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

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program Overview

How NICHOLAS BRAZEAU fits within the Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program landscape nationally.

331,761
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program Providers in US
55
States with Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
459
Avg Claims per Provider

NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's 140 claims are below the specialty average of 459.

Nearby Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program Providers in North Carolina

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

Compare Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's specialty?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU specializes in Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program and practices in DURHAM, North Carolina.
How much does NICHOLAS BRAZEAU prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, NICHOLAS BRAZEAU wrote 140 Medicare Part D claims totaling $16K in drug costs for 40 beneficiaries.
Where is NICHOLAS BRAZEAU located?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU is located at 2301 ERWIN RD, DURHAM, NC, 27705. Phone: (919) 684-8111.
What is NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's NPI number?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184329062, issued on 03/31/2023.
Does NICHOLAS BRAZEAU prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $14K in brand drug costs.
How many Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program providers are there in the US?
There are 331,761 Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program providers across 55 states in the US. The average Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program provider writes 459 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does NICHOLAS BRAZEAU prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does NICHOLAS BRAZEAU accept Medicare?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU appears in CMS Medicare data with 140 Part D claims and 40 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's credentials?
NICHOLAS BRAZEAU's NPI is 1184329062. 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.

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

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