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DENISE PAULINE JOSEPH-BROWN M.D.
NPI 1548457807
Surgery in Los Alamitos, CA

Active since October 01, 2007PECOS Enrolled
5122 KATELLA AVE STE 220, LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720(562) 430-2103(562) 430-2183 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Denise Pauline Joseph-brown M.d. NPPES

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

DENISE PAULINE JOSEPH-BROWN M.D. (NPI 1548457807) is an individual surgery provider in Los Alamitos, California, licensed in California (G66679) and active in the NPI registry since October 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548457807
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDENISE PAULINE JOSEPH-BROWNCredential: M.D.
Location Address5122 KATELLA AVE STE 220Los Alamitos, CA 90720-6836
Mailing Address5122 Katella Ave Ste 220Los Alamitos, CA 90720-6836 · (562) 430-2103 · Fax (562) 430-2183
Phone(562) 430-2103
Fax(562) 430-2183
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateOctober 1, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMarch 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1548457807 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G66679
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
5122 KATELLA AVE STE 220, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Denise Pauline Joseph-brown M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2769461359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040719000783
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Denise Joseph-brown reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Denise Joseph-Brown, MD, Inc
Same address
Surgery
5122 KATELLA AVE, STE 220
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
NPI 1629084264 (562) 430-2103

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 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.

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.
54 services18 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
24 services24 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
22 services22 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90720 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Denise Joseph-brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Denise Joseph-brown is 1548457807. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 1, 2007.

Where is Denise Joseph-brown located?

Denise Joseph-brown practices at 5122 Katella Ave Ste 220, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. The listed phone number is (562) 430-2103.

What is Denise Joseph-brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Denise Joseph-brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Denise Joseph-brown is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Denise Joseph-brown's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Denise Joseph-brown reassigns Medicare benefits to Denise Joseph-Brown, MD, Inc (Los Alamitos, CA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Denise Joseph-brown's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Denise Joseph-brown was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.