Ralph Brown, MD
NPI 1215916556 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Christiansburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Brown, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Christiansburg, VA (NPI 1215916556).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215916556
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101-231887 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
340 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 175 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 47 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 45 | $87 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 32 | $100 |
| Nerve Conduction, 5-6 Studies95909 | 26 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 291 | 44 |
| Baclofen | 235 | 41 |
| Pregabalin | 186 | 34 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 133 | 27 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 116 | 23 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 97 | 19 |
| Zonisamide | 96 | 18 |
| Sertraline Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$168 across 9 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-14
- Last updated
- 2011-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Brown's NPI number?
- Ralph Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215916556, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Brown's specialty?
- Ralph Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Brown located?
- Ralph Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 2900 Tyler Rd, Christiansburg, VA 24073-6374.
- What is Ralph Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Brown is (540) 731-2000.
- Does Ralph Brown accept Medicare?
- Ralph Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Brown's NPI (1215916556) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.