Brian D Whitson, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Brian D Whitson is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Norman, OK with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
Brian D Whitson, MD practices as part of a group pulmonologist practice in Norman, OK. A University of Oklahoma College of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD. CMS MIPS quality score: 77.7/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in Oklahoma
- Federal MIPS score higher than 34% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oklahoma
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 436dNPPES updated 2025-03-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202377.7/100
Oklahoma avg: 78.9 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.24%
Oklahoma avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Oklahoma0.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better44.7%
Oklahoma avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-38.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,331
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
642
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,619
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.58M
Percentile rankings compared against 644 reporting peers in Oklahoma.
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.
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 COPD.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.8k received from industry
186 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Brian D Whitson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 13, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 1330, Norman, OK 73070-1330
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Brian D Whitson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian D Whitson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Norman 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 Brian D Whitson
Dr. Whitson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Norman, OK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (405) 307-1000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3400 W Tecumseh Rd Ste 300, Norman, OK 73072-1812
Mailing Address
Po Box 1330, Norman, OK 73070-1330
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