Stephen Brown, MD
NPI 1952309817 · Nephrology Physician · Pueblo, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Brown, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Pueblo, CO (NPI 1952309817).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952309817
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28795 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
2,725 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 836 | $39 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 632 | $48 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 383 | $49 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 362 | $49 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 335 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 274 | 73 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 94 | 22 |
| Allopurinol | 92 | 28 |
| Lisinopril | 84 | 29 |
| Losartan Potassium | 80 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 68 | 27 |
| Spironolactone | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$77 across 4 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
- 2005-07-13
- Last updated
- 2007-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Brown's NPI number?
- Stephen Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952309817, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Brown's specialty?
- Stephen Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Brown located?
- Stephen Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 3426 Lake Ave, Pueblo, CO 81004-3877.
- What is Stephen Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Brown is (719) 561-5264.
- Does Stephen Brown accept Medicare?
- Stephen Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Brown's NPI (1952309817) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.