Richard Brown, D.O.
NPI 1235428772 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Gulf Shores, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Brown, D.O. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Gulf Shores, AL (NPI 1235428772).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235428772
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO1372 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
17 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $118 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $118–$118 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hclbrand: Buprenorphine-Naloxone | 212 | 62 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 81 | 24 |
| Estradiol | 54 | 22 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 53 | 37 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 52 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$119,841 across 153 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1613 N Mckenzie StFoley, AL 36535-2247Phone: (251) 949-3400Fax: (251) 949-3434
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-05
- Last updated
- 2025-08-06
- Certified
- 2022-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Brown's NPI number?
- Richard Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235428772, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Brown's specialty?
- Richard Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Brown located?
- Richard Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 1140 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
- What is Richard Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Brown is (251) 651-6550.
- Does Richard Brown accept Medicare?
- Richard Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Brown's NPI (1235428772) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.