Lester Brown, M.D.
NPI 1164418331 · Family Medicine Physician · Kannapolis, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lester Brown, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Kannapolis, NC (NPI 1164418331).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164418331
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200100646 (NC)
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
20 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
977 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 380 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 117 | $118 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 96 | $4 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 94 | $121 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 89 | $15 |
| 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 · 237 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 681 | 170 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 674 | 187 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 593 | 171 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 587 | 168 |
| Omeprazole | 517 | 148 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 394 | 158 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-23
- Last updated
- 2020-10-28
- Certified
- 2020-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lester Brown's NPI number?
- Lester Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164418331, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lester Brown's specialty?
- Lester Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lester Brown located?
- Lester Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 1035 Dale Earnhardt Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28083-4477.
- What is Lester Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lester Brown is (704) 316-1886.
- Does Lester Brown accept Medicare?
- Lester Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lester Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Lester Brown's NPI (1164418331) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.