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Dr. Donald Brown, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1013997709
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 64.5 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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415 N Center St, Suite 201
Hickory, NC 286015036
(828) 327-8105
fax (828) 327-4245
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 1, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9600468
- Medicaid
- NC #8919218
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013997709. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
763
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$69,396
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 191 | 112 | $62 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 111 | 86 | $61 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 84 | 41 | $92 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 76 | 40 | $120 | |
G0482 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 63 | 58 | $195 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 57 | 50 | $93 | |
G0481 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 44 | 44 | $153 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 33 | 16 | $94 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 32 | 18 | $43 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 31 | 24 | $12 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 25. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$916
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPR Therapeutics, Inc | 3 | $521.09 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $121.90 | |
| Saluda Medical Americas, Inc. | 2 | $96.18 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 4 | $74.79 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 2 | $45.97 | |
| Curonix LLC | 1 | $22.34 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $17.85 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. | 1 | $15.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,895
Patients
693
Total drug cost
$177,603
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 686 | 164 | $28,147 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 465 | 115 | $15,092 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 353 | 73 | $7,382 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 273 | 74 | $6,661 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 270 | 66 | $3,269 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 175 | 34 | $6,335 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 111 | 36 | $1,778 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 99 | 20 | $8,869 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 74 | 12 | $2,409 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 71 | 20 | $949 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Brown's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Brown practices Anesthesiology Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Donald Brown practice?
Dr. Donald Brown practices at 415 N Center St, Hickory, NC 286015036. Office phone: 8283278105.
What is Dr. Donald Brown's NPI?
Dr. Donald Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013997709, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Brown accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Brown accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Brown commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers (HCPCS 80307); Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.