Joseph Brown, MD
NPI 1356320881 · Gastroenterology Physician · Abingdon, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Brown, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Abingdon, VA (NPI 1356320881).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356320881
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101-234846 (VA)
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
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
174 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 78 | $108 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 22 | $110 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 18 | $76 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 17 | $177 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 15 | $39 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 177 | 44 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 78 | 19 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 76 | 19 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 58 | 14 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 57 | 15 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 41 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$527 across 18 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
- 2006-01-12
- Last updated
- 2017-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Brown's NPI number?
- Joseph Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356320881, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Brown's specialty?
- Joseph Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Brown located?
- Joseph Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Abingdon, VA 24211.
- What is Joseph Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Brown is (276) 258-3600.
- Does Joseph Brown accept Medicare?
- Joseph Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Brown's NPI (1356320881) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.