Ward Brown, MD
NPI 1720082381 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · La Crosse, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ward Brown, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in La Crosse, WI (NPI 1720082381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720082381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24475 (WI)
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 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
1,007 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 255 | $7 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 135 | $11 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 109 | $27 |
| Insertion of Tube in Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93454 | 74 | $163 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 63 | $7 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 119 | 24 |
| Spironolactone | 108 | 27 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 84 | 34 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 73 | 22 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 62 | 25 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 51 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-10
- Last updated
- 2015-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ward Brown's NPI number?
- Ward Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720082381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ward Brown's specialty?
- Ward Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ward Brown located?
- Ward Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601-5429.
- What is Ward Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ward Brown is (608) 782-7300.
- Does Ward Brown accept Medicare?
- Ward Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ward Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Ward Brown's NPI (1720082381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.