Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Merlin Brown, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Edina, MN
- NPI 1053317354
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6545 France Avenue South, Suite 510
Edina, MN 55435
(952) 927-7079
fax (952) 920-9758
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 18, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #38120
- Medicaid
- MN #866590700
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053317354. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
798
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$50,191
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 244 | 105 | $124 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 203 | 108 | $7 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 102 | 22 | $50 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 96 | 57 | $82 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 83 | 13 | $16 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 23 | 20 | $3 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 16 | 16 | $69 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 16 | 16 | $29 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $162 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 50 peers in Edina Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 71. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,533
Patients
408
Total drug cost
$30,846
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 198 | 52 | $4,723 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 140 | 39 | $2,438 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 132 | 36 | $2,947 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 116 | 31 | $2,459 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 105 | 28 | $3,415 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 105 | 46 | $605 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 102 | 27 | $2,475 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 101 | 28 | $1,781 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 91 | 13 | $773 |
| Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid (Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid) | Brand | 86 | 25 | $1,210 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Merlin Brown's medical specialty?
Dr. Merlin Brown practices Internal Medicine Physician in Edina, MN.
Where does Dr. Merlin Brown practice?
Dr. Merlin Brown practices at 6545 France Avenue South, Edina, MN 55435. Office phone: 9529277079.
What is Dr. Merlin Brown's NPI?
Dr. Merlin Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053317354, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Merlin Brown accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Merlin Brown accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Merlin Brown commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.