Ira Richard Braverman, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Ira Richard Braverman is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in National City, CA with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Ira Richard Braverman, MD in person in National City or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 48+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and tobacco (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
610 Euclid Avenue Suite 201, National City, CA 91950
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.38%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
2.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.9%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
402
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
598
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,294
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.31M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Tobacco Use Disorder.
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
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$532 received from industry
19 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 Ira Richard Braverman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Ira Richard Braverman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ira Richard Braverman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to National 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 Ira Richard Braverman
Dr. Braverman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in National City, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (619) 267-8181.
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 Ira Richard Braverman
Practice Location
610 Euclid Avenue Suite 201, National City, CA 91950
Mailing Address
610 Euclid Avenue Suite 201, National City, CA 91950
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