CHRISTA BROWN-SWITZER DO
NPI 1275568396
Internal Medicine in St Cloud, MN

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1200 6TH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC, ST CLOUD, MN 56303(320) 252-5131(320) 240-2832 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christa Brown-switzer Do NPPES

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

CHRISTA BROWN-SWITZER DO (NPI 1275568396) is an individual internal medicine provider in St Cloud, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (48431) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, and is a graduate of Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275568396
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTA BROWN-SWITZERCredential: DO
Location Address1200 6TH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINICSt Cloud, MN 56303
Mailing Address1200 6th Ave N, Centracare ClinicSt Cloud, MN 56303 · (320) 252-5131 · Fax (320) 240-2834
Fax(320) 240-2832
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1275568396 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MN · 48431
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1200 6TH AVE N, St Cloud, MN 56303

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

Christa Brown-switzer Do 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 ID7911902614
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061003000131
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
157 services126 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
64 services59 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edina, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240078
Location6401 France Avenue SouthEdina, MN 55435 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Burnsville, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240207
Location201 East Nicollet BoulevardBurnsville, MN 55337 · Dakota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maplewood, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240210
Location1575 Beam AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Woodbury, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240213
Location1925 Woodwinds DriveWoodbury, MN 55125 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56303 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality94.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost84.72

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.

Pediatrics
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Registered Nurse
1200 6TH AVE N
ST CLOUD, MN 56303
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Nurse Practitioner
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Dermatology
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1200 6TH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303
Internal Medicine
1200 6TH AVE N
SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303

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 Christa Brown-switzer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christa Brown-switzer is 1275568396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Christa Brown-switzer located?

Christa Brown-switzer practices at 1200 6th Ave N Centracare Clinic, St Cloud, MN 56303. The listed phone number is (320) 252-5131.

What is Christa Brown-switzer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christa Brown-switzer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christa Brown-switzer 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 Christa Brown-switzer accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Christa Brown-switzer 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 Christa Brown-switzer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christa Brown-switzer is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St John's Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christa Brown-switzer was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.