JEFFREY F BROWN MD
NPI 1396854097
Ophthalmology in Chippewa Falls, WI

NPI Status: Active since August 29, 2006

Contact Information

2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI
ZIP 54729
Phone: (715) 723-9375
Fax: (715) 723-1092

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Ophthalmology
  • Accepts Insurance

About JEFFREY BROWN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Jeffrey Brown, a provider established in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin with a medical specialization in Ophthalmology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1396854097 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207W00000X with license number 26757020 (WI). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 17 years ago.

NPI
1396854097
Provider Name
JEFFREY F BROWN MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
Location Phone
(715) 723-9375
Location Fax
(715) 723-1092
Mailing Address
2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
Mailing Phone
(715) 723-9375
Mailing Fax
(715) 723-1092
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-29-2006
Last Update Date
10-23-2009
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Ophthalmologists like Jeffrey Brown specialize in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. They may perform surgeries to correct vision issues or prevent vision loss due to diseases like glaucoma. Additionally, they can provide eyeglasses, prescribe contact lenses, and offer other vision-related services.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Ophthalmology

Taxonomy Code
207W00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
26757020
License State
WI
Taxonomy Description
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Oak $1,300 Gold - PPO
  • Oak $2,000 Standard Gold - PPO

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
B51774MEDICARE UPIN (02) 
30660800MEDICAID (05)WI 
000120005MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)WI 

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient complete exam of visual system

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.

This service was performed 255 times for 191 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system

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.

This service was performed 93 times for 79 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing

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.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Imaging of optic nerve

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).

This service was performed 31 times for 30 patients

Imaging of retina

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.

This service was performed 131 times for 70 patients

Injection of drug into eye

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

This service was performed 60 times for 21 patients

Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg

Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.

This service was performed 120 times for 21 patients

Photography of the retina

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.

This service was performed 36 times for 35 patients

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1396854097, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 73. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 73 = 7).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
3
Unchanged
Pos 3
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
6
Unchanged
Pos 5
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
5
Unchanged
Pos 7
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 8
0
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
7
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9 8 → 16 → 7 4 → 8 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 3 + 1 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 6 + 5 + 8 + 0 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 73

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 73 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 73 = 7
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 7, which matches the last digit of 1396854097.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 5 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

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2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
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2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729
Ophthalmology
2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I
CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1396854097, enumerated as an "individual" on August 29, 2006.

The provider is located at 2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY I CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729 and the phone number is (715) 723-9375.

Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: HealthPartners, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.