DR. CHRISTOPHER DAVID BROWN M.D.
NPI 1285650234
Specialist in Teaneck, NJ

Q: What is Christopher Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Brown is 1285650234. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Brown 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.

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

751 TEANECK RD, TEANECK, NJ 07666(201) 833-0006(201) 833-9238 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Christopher David Brown M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER DAVID BROWN M.D. (NPI 1285650234) is an individual specialist in Teaneck, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA07355600) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285650234

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy174400000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER DAVID BROWNCredential: M.D.

Location Address751 TEANECK RDTeaneck, NJ 07666-4242

Mailing Address751 Teaneck RdTeaneck, NJ 07666-4242 · (201) 833-0006 · Fax (201) 833-9238

Phone(201) 833-0006

Fax(201) 833-9238

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007

✔ NPI 1285650234 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers

Taxonomy Code174400000X

License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA07355600

Definition

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

751 TEANECK RD, Teaneck, NJ 07666

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedBR016907NJ

Medicare UPINH59019

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Oscar Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher David Brown M.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 ID9830185271

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040422000039, I20111130000876

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 Christopher Brown reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Brown Eye Care Associates MD PA

Same address

Ophthalmology

751 TEANECK RD
Teaneck, NJ 07666

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1790008951 (201) 833-0006

Eye Centers Of America, LLC

9.7 mi

Ophthalmology

1255 BROAD ST STE 104
Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
137 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1649563636 (973) 707-5632

Bronxville Eye Associates LLC

10.0 mi

Ophthalmology

77 PONDFIELD RD
Bronxville, NY 10708

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1073094306 (914) 337-8844

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 17

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 complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

2,284 services1,957 patients

Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202

This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.

1,173 services1,120 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

934 services920 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).

665 services653 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.

407 services388 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.

390 services239 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

383 services299 patients

Measurement of corneal pressure 92145

Measurement of corneal pressure, also known as tonometry, is a simple, painless procedure that checks the pressure inside your eye. It's important for detecting conditions like glaucoma. A device gently touches your eye to take the reading, which is usually quick and doesn't cause discomfort.

330 services329 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

320 services192 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.

313 services309 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

248 services248 patients

Ct scan of cornea 92025

A CT scan of the cornea is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed pictures of your eye's cornea. It helps in diagnosing diseases or damage, planning for surgery, or evaluating the results of a treatment. It's a safe and painless procedure.

225 services224 patients

Imaging of front third of eye using a special microscope 92286

This procedure involves capturing detailed images of the front part of your eye using a specialized microscope. It helps in identifying any eye abnormalities or issues, improving the accuracy of diagnosis and treatment planning.

192 services190 patients

Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020

This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.

78 services71 patients

Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 68841

This procedure involves placing a small implant into your tear duct. The implant slowly releases medication to your eye, helping manage conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma. It's a simple, quick procedure typically performed under local anesthesia.

70 services44 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

61 services51 patients

Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66982

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.

33 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Holy Name Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Teaneck, NJ

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number310008

Location718 Teaneck RdTeaneck, NJ 07666 · Bergen County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

100

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam

Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period

100%22 patients5/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Frames, purchases V2020

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

4 suppliers35 claims35 services$48.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Spherocylinder, trifocal, plano to plus or minus 4.00d sphere, 2.25-4.00d cylinder, per lens V2304

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

2 suppliers19 claims37 services$63.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Trifocal seg width over 28 mm V2319

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

2 suppliers21 claims42 services$46.46 avg. paid by Medicare

Trifocal add over 3.25d V2320

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

1 supplier17 claims34 services$58.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Slab off prism, glass or plastic, per lens V2710

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$71.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Special base curve, glass or plastic, per lens V2730

Other-Vision, Hearing, and Speech Services · category OC000N

2 suppliers24 claims41 services$17.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

NEW JERSEY LASER DENTISTRY

Clinic/Center (Dental)

751 TEANECK RD, C/0 DR JACOBSON 3RD FLOOR
TEANECK, NJ 07666

Bergen County (201) 837-1612

METROHEALTH LLC LABORATORY

Clinical Medical Laboratory

751 TEANECK RD, GROUND FLOOR
TEANECK, NJ 07666

Bergen County (201) 837-7144

MARC JOSEPH NARDEA DMD

Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)