Charles P Bray, PA-C
Charles P Bray is a Physician Assistant based in Grand Rapids, MI with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Charles P Bray, PA-C has practiced medical for 36+ years, working in group practice. With 36+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Grand Rapids area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 796dNPPES updated 2024-03-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2680 Leonard St Ne Ste 3, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-6901
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better42.89%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+37.8 pts)
42.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.3%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.5 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
295
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
875
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,526
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $437k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$482 received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Charles P Bray's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 19, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
5555 Glenwood Hills Pkwy Se Ste 2, Grand Rapids, MI 49512-2091
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Charles P Bray
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Charles P Bray for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Grand Rapids 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 Charles P Bray
Dr. Bray is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Grand Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 317-7246.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Charles P Bray
Practice Location
2680 Leonard St Ne Ste 3, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-6901
Mailing Address
5555 Glenwood Hills Pkwy Se Ste 2, Grand Rapids, MI 49512-2091
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