Larry Braver, D.O.

Family Medicine

(810) 694-0300Grand Blanc, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MI can see Larry Braver, D.O. in person in Grand Blanc or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (class of 1977), he has been practicing for over 49 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and Alzheimer's/dementia (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,106 Family Medicine providers in MISee all Family Medicine in Grand Blanc49+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4927dNPPES updated 2012-11-08 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

8245 Holly Rd Ste 102a, Grand Blanc, MI 48439-2443

Fax: (810) 694-0710
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

2.64%

Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)

2.64% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89%

Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan

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

Medicare Patients

126

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

247

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

4,615

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $277k

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.

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, Arthritis, and Alzheimer's / Dementia.

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

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

Alzheimer's / Dementia
67%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-14%)56%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+11%)43%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
40%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+14%)36%

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

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$158 received from industry

2 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 2018, attributed to Larry Braver's NPI.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.54 / 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 · 1977

    Des Moines University

  2. 49 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (Class of 1977)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Larry Braver

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Larry Braver for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cognitive care — no travel to Grand Blanc 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 Larry Braver

NPI records show Dr. Braver as active with telehealth listed in Grand Blanc, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (810) 694-0300.

Verified across 7 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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