Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lidia Brown, M.D.
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Neurology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1417169491
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.2 / 100 · 2023
- 30 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1661 Soquel Dr Ste D
Santa Cruz, CA 950651709
(831) 460-6041 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A97089 · Illinois #036-117540
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417169491. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
353
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$65,246
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 118 | 88 | $148 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 83 | 83 | $249 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 56 | 49 | $205 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 31 | 30 | $197 | |
95717 |
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), 2-12 hours with health care professional review and report | 26 | 19 | $115 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 20 | 16 | $153 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 19 | 19 | $183 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Santa Cruz Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 736. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$154
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $124.99 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $28.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
520
Patients
147
Total drug cost
$29,429
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 108 | 48 | $7,295 |
| Zonisamide | Generic | 74 | 13 | $2,828 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 41 | 17 | $3,965 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 37 | 16 | $982 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 36 | 26 | $860 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $823 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 30 | 14 | $1,776 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,112 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 26 | 0 | $734 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 24 | 13 | $1,532 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lidia Brown's medical specialty?
Dr. Lidia Brown practices Neurology Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Lidia Brown practice?
Dr. Lidia Brown practices at 1661 Soquel Dr Ste D, Santa Cruz, CA 950651709. Office phone: 8314606041.
What is Dr. Lidia Brown's NPI?
Dr. Lidia Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417169491, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lidia Brown accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lidia Brown accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lidia Brown commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.