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DR. LAURA K BROWN O.D.
NPI 1053483313
Optometrist in Bakersfield, CA

Active since November 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
48.26/100
CMS Quality Rating
4101 EMPIRE DR STE 120, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93309(661) 325-3937 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 19, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Laura K Brown O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LAURA K BROWN O.D. (NPI 1053483313) is an individual optometrist in Bakersfield, California, licensed in California (14117T) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053483313
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAURA K BROWNCredential: O.D.
Location Address4101 EMPIRE DR STE 120Bakersfield, CA 93309-0681
Mailing Address12313 Lavina AveBakersfield, CA 93312-6489 · (661) 204-2488
Phone(661) 325-3937
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 19, 2016
✔ NPI 1053483313 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 14117T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
4101 EMPIRE DR STE 120, Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Other Identifiers 3

Other20406OK · Spectera Provider Number
Medicare UPINU91158OK
Medicaid200018200-AOK

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Laura K Brown O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1456247246
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141106002590
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
438 services294 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
408 services340 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
117 services115 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
111 services103 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
94 services93 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
90 services78 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93309 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$135.05 typical visit price
range $59.26 – $178.09
Typical copayment $33.76 (range $14.81 – $44.52)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$73.67 typical visit price
range $19.34 – $145.64
Typical copayment $18.41 (range $4.83 – $36.41)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

48.26/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality29.38
Promoting Interoperability57
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
3%712 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
3%67 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
8%1,810 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Patients screened: 8% · 308 patients
6%308 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
57%1,808 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
54%26 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Laura Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Brown is 1053483313. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 14, 2006.

Where is Laura Brown located?

Laura Brown practices at 4101 Empire Dr Ste 120, Bakersfield, CA 93309. The listed phone number is (661) 325-3937.

What is Laura Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Laura Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Brown is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Laura Brown accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Laura Brown as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Brown was last updated on October 19, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.