Edward B Braun, MD
Edward B Braun is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Kansas City, KS with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Edward B Braun, MD has practiced anesthesiology for 26+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (class of 2000), he has been practicing for over 26 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.89/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 35% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3901 Rainbow Blvd Mail Stop 1034, Kansas City, KS 66160
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.89/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better42.65%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+37.5 pts)
42.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.5%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.7 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in KansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
467
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
368
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,361
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $65k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
23 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 Edward B Braun's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Kansas School of Medicine
26 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
3901 Rainbow Blvd 4070 Delp Mail Stop 1034, Kansas City, KS 66160
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Edward B Braun
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edward B Braun for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Kansas City 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 Edward B Braun
NPI records show Dr. Braun as active with telehealth listed in Kansas City, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 588-6670.
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
3901 Rainbow Blvd Mail Stop 1034, Kansas City, KS 66160
Mailing Address
3901 Rainbow Blvd 4070 Delp Mail Stop 1034, Kansas City, KS 66160
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