CHERYL L BROWN MD
NPI 1497739981
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Madisonville, LA

Active since November 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601, MADISONVILLE, LA 70447(985) 845-9000(985) 845-9003 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 4, 2026, Nov 20, 2025, Dec 15, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Cheryl L Brown Md NPPES

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

CHERYL L BROWN MD (NPI 1497739981) is an individual nephrology provider in Madisonville, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (022560) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497739981
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameCHERYL L BROWNCredential: MD
Location Address397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601Madisonville, LA 70447-3407
Mailing Address806 Riverside Dr Ste AFranklinton, LA 70438-3603 · (985) 845-9000 · Fax (985) 845-9003
Fax(985) 845-9003
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateNovember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 4, 2026
NPI 1497739981 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in LA · 022560
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
397 HIGHWAY 21, Madisonville, LA 70447

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1806 Riverside Dr Ste AFranklinton, LA 70438-3603 · Phone (985) 845-9000
Location 2807 Riverside DrFranklinton, LA 70438-3635 · Phone (985) 845-9000 · Fax (985) 845-9003

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1483338LA

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

Cheryl L 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 ID1254244718
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031111000046
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 4

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 office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
315 services163 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
125 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
54 services50 patients
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.
25 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190202
Location17000 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bogalusa, LA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190312
Location433 Plaza StreetBogalusa, LA 70427 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Riverside Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Franklinton, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191313
Location1900 South Main StFranklinton, LA 70438 · Washington County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70447 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

85.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.86
Improvement Activities40
Cost41.97

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers19 claims1,695 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers20 claims20 services$18.89 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 10

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

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Emergency Medicine (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
397 HIGHWAY 21, STE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
397 HIGHWAY 21, SUITE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447
Preferred Provider Organization
397 HIGHWAY 21, SUITE 601
MADISONVILLE, LA 70447

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 Cheryl Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cheryl Brown is 1497739981. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 30, 2005.

Where is Cheryl Brown located?

Cheryl Brown practices at 397 Highway 21 Ste 601, Madisonville, LA 70447. The listed phone number is (985) 845-9000.

What is Cheryl Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Cheryl Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cheryl 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 Cheryl Brown accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Cheryl 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 Cheryl Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cheryl Brown is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, St Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital and Riverside Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cheryl Brown was last updated on February 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.