Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Brown, NP-C
Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Facility (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Merrillville, IN
- NPI 1033600390
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
201 W 89Th Ave
Merrillville, IN 464106283
(219) 472-0066 - Mailing address
-
633 E 92Nd Ave
Merrillville, IN 464108119
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 324500000X — NUCC code
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033600390. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,155
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$281,623
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 2,426 | 407 | $85 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 329 | 124 | $122 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 196 | 70 | $59 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 110 | 100 | $145 | |
99316 |
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes | 74 | 73 | $104 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 20 | 15 | $61 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Merrillville Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Facility, average services per provider: 525. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
445
Patients
105
Total drug cost
$6,054
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 96 | 32 | $1,829 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 54 | 17 | $625 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 36 | 11 | $329 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 30 | 13 | $169 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 29 | 0 | $147 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $623 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 25 | 0 | $147 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 24 | 15 | $200 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 20 | 17 | $154 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $235 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Brown's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Brown practices Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Facility in Merrillville, IN.
Where does Dr. Paula Brown practice?
Dr. Paula Brown practices at 201 W 89Th Ave, Merrillville, IN 464106283. Office phone: 2194720066.
What is Dr. Paula Brown's NPI?
Dr. Paula Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033600390, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Brown accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Brown accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Brown commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99310); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.