Brainerd Ese Ewarien, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Brainerd Ese Ewarien is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(202) 444-8168Washington, DC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Brainerd Ese Ewarien, M.D. runs an independent internist practice in Washington, DC. A University of Maryland School of Medicine graduate since 2015, he brings 11+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 17% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 163 Internal Medicine providers in DCSee all Internal Medicine in Washington11+ years experienceNPI since 2015

Older · 2895dNPPES updated 2018-06-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Dept of Medicine, Washington, DC 20007

Fax: (877) 303-1460
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.8%

District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.3 pts)

4.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

79.5%

District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

237

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

73

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

229

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $27k

Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+9%)58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+23%)57%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+26%)56%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+21%)53%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+30%)52%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+21%)43%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.61 / 1.00

Moderate vulnerability

He practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2015

    University of Maryland School of Medicine

  2. 11 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2015)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

700 Constitution Ave Ne Apt 204, Washington, DC 20002-6681

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Brainerd Ese Ewarien

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Brainerd Ese Ewarien for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Washington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brainerd Ese Ewarien

NPI records show Dr. Ewarien as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 444-8168.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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