Merlin Brown, MD
NPI 1053317354 · Internal Medicine Physician · Edina, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Merlin Brown, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Edina, MN (NPI 1053317354).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053317354
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 38120 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
902 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 226 | $124 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 209 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 196 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 122 | $51 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 80 | $82 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 214 | 57 |
| Lisinopril | 171 | 47 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 132 | 36 |
| Omeprazole | 119 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 114 | 33 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 113 | 16 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-22
- Last updated
- 2024-06-18
- Certified
- 2024-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Merlin Brown's NPI number?
- Merlin Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053317354, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Merlin Brown's specialty?
- Merlin Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Merlin Brown located?
- Merlin Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 6545 France Avenue South, Edina, MN 55435.
- What is Merlin Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Merlin Brown is (952) 927-7079.
- Does Merlin Brown accept Medicare?
- Merlin Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Merlin Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Merlin Brown's NPI (1053317354) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.