LAUREN INDIRA BROWNE MD
NPI 1225096878
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Charlotte, NC

Q: What is Lauren Browne's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Browne is 1225096878. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2006.

Q: What is Lauren Browne's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Browne was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since May 03, 2006PECOS Enrolled

95.35/100

CMS Quality Rating

1225 HARDING PL, STE 5100, CHARLOTTE, NC 28204(704) 355-8850 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023, Mar 9, 2023 and 51 more (54 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Lauren Indira Browne Md NPPES

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

LAUREN INDIRA BROWNE MD (NPI 1225096878) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Charlotte, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200000732) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225096878

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameLAUREN INDIRA BROWNECredential: MD

Location Address1225 HARDING PL, STE 5100Charlotte, NC 28204-2826

Mailing AddressPo Box 19305Charlotte, NC 28219-9305

Phone(704) 355-8850

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMay 3, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 202454 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1225096878 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 200000732

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 200000732 (NC)

1225 HARDING PL, Charlotte, NC 28204

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11100 Healing Way, Ste 21BMatthews, NC 28104-5159 · Phone (980) 993-1770

Location 210650 Park Rd, Ste 480Charlotte, NC 28210-8538 · Phone (704) 667-0520

Location 3101 E W T Harris Blvd, Ste 5401Charlotte, NC 28262-3485 · Phone (704) 863-1400

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Lauren Indira Browne Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Lauren Browne reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Carolinas Physicians Network Inc

Same address

Neurology

1225 HARDING PL, STE 4100
Charlotte, NC 28204

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
2,057 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1396928230 (704) 377-9323

Carolinas Medical Center

0.3 mi

Surgical Critical Care

1025 MOREHEAD MEDICAL DR, STE 500
Charlotte, NC 28204

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
2,223 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1699979732 (704) 347-4033

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

39 services38 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

24 services24 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

20 services20 patients

Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk G0105

Colorectal cancer screening, specifically a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure for those at high risk. A thin, flexible tube with a camera inspects the colon to spot any abnormal growths. This test helps detect potential issues early, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment.

17 services16 patients

Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk G0121

Colorectal cancer screening, such as a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure to detect early signs of cancer in the large intestine. For individuals not at high risk, it's typically recommended at age 50. A small, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine your colon. It's a safe, effective way to catch issues early.

17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28204 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

95.35/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

84.22

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MELISSA RENEE FLOOD NP

Nurse Practitioner

1225 HARDING PL, STE 5100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8850

MARK J. MAKHULI MD

Urology

1225 HARDING PL, STE 3100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8686

RONALDO CRUZ MAMARIL NP

Nurse Practitioner

1225 HARDING PL, STE 5100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8850

ZAINAB SHAHID MD

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

1225 HARDING PL, STE 2100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 331-9669

MELISSA ANNE SCHRAMM NP

Nurse Practitioner

1225 HARDING PL, STE 3100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8686

AJAL M DAVE MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

1225 HARDING PL, STE 4100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 377-9323

SAVANNA HANCOCK WATKINS PA

Physician Assistant

1225 HARDING PL, STE 3100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8686

JASON JAMES LEWIS MD

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

1225 HARDING PL, STE 5100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204

Mecklenburg County (704) 355-8850

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 Lauren Browne's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Browne is 1225096878. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2006.

Where is Lauren Browne located?

Lauren Browne practices at 1225 Harding Pl Ste 5100, Charlotte, NC 28204. The listed phone number is (704) 355-8850.

What is Lauren Browne's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Lauren Browne enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Browne is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Lauren Browne's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lauren Browne reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Carolinas Physicians Network Inc (Charlotte, NC) and Carolinas Medical Center (Charlotte, NC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Lauren Browne's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lauren Browne accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 4 other insurers list Lauren Browne 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 Lauren Browne was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.