RICHARD WAYNE BROWN MD
NPI 1255394615
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Houston, TX

Active since April 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.73/100
CMS Quality Rating
7600 BEECHNUT, 2ND FLOOR DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, HOUSTON, TX 77074(713) 456-5000(713) 456-5262 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard Wayne Brown Md NPPES

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

RICHARD WAYNE BROWN MD (NPI 1255394615) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (H2270) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255394615
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD WAYNE BROWNCredential: MD
Location Address7600 BEECHNUT, 2ND FLOOR DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGYHouston, TX 77074
Mailing AddressPo Box 741169Houston, TX 77074 · (713) 456-5271 · Fax (713) 456-5202
Fax(713) 456-5262
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 2007
NPI 1255394615 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in TX · H2270
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
7600 BEECHNUT, Houston, TX 77074

Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN82P887TX
Medicare UPINE93569
Medicare PIN8D0182TX
Medicare PIN8F1448TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard Wayne Brown Md 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 ID7012979859
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050111001034
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 9

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.

Platelet aggregation function test 85576
A platelet aggregation function test is a blood test that measures how well your platelets clump together to form blood clots. This is crucial to prevent excessive bleeding. The test helps in diagnosing disorders related to platelet function.
232 services155 patients
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual 88360
Microscopic genetic analysis of a tumor involves examining your tumor's genes under a microscope. This helps identify specific genetic changes in the tumor cells. This information can aid in diagnosing, predicting disease progression, and determining the most effective treatment options.
116 services42 patients
Protein measurement, serum 84165
A serum protein measurement is a blood test that determines the levels of proteins in your blood. It is used to evaluate your overall health, and diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or immune disorders.
91 services89 patients
Immunologic analysis technique on serum (immunofixation) 86334
Immunofixation is a lab test that helps identify proteins called immunoglobulins in your blood serum. These proteins are part of your immune system. Changes in their levels can indicate certain diseases. The test is simple and only requires a blood sample.
88 services86 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
47 services11 patients
Protein measurement, body fluid 84166
A protein measurement of body fluid is a test that gauges the amount of proteins in your fluids. This analysis helps in detecting various health conditions. It's done via a simple sample collection process, usually from blood or urine, in a safe and painless manner.
34 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

76.73/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY 2ND FLOOR
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY 2ND FLOOR
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY 2ND FLOOR
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Dermatopathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, 2ND FLOOR DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Skilled Nursing Facility
7600 BEECHNUT
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY 2ND FLOOR
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Cytopathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, 2ND FLOOR DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
7600 BEECHNUT, 2ND FLOOR DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
HOUSTON, TX 77074

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 Richard Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Brown is 1255394615. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2006.

Where is Richard Brown located?

Richard Brown practices at 7600 Beechnut 2nd Floor Department Of Pathology, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (713) 456-5000.

What is Richard Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Richard Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard 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 Richard Brown accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Community Health Choice list Richard 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.

Is Richard Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Brown is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Brown was last updated on December 5, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.