LENA JO BROWN MD
NPI 1659690550
Family Medicine in Indianapolis, IN

Active since May 18, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, STE 200, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217(317) 865-6750(317) 865-6759 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2025, Feb 25, 2025, Mar 16, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Lena Jo Brown Md NPPES

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

LENA JO BROWN MD (NPI 1659690550) is an individual family medicine provider in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01073040A) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659690550
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameLENA JO BROWNCredential: MD
Location Address8820 S MERIDIAN ST, STE 200Indianapolis, IN 46217-6058
Mailing Address8820 S Meridian St Ste 200Indianapolis, IN 46217-6058 · (317) 865-6750 · Fax (317) 865-6759
Fax(317) 865-6759
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2025
NPI 1659690550 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in IN · 01073040A
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, Indianapolis, IN 46217

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Lena Jo Buckwalter M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid201124770IN

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

Lena Jo 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 ID8527204098
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131031000738
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 12

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.
209 services121 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
95 services95 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
91 services27 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
77 services63 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
68 services16 patients
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg J3420
This is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
54 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150056
Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Iu Health West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Avon, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150158
Location1111 N Ronald Reagan PkwyAvon, IN 46123 · Hendricks County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150162
Location8111 S Emerson AveIndianapolis, IN 46237 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46217 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
13 suppliers24 claims62 services$5.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers15 claims15 services$1.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers30 claims30 services$13.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers30 claims30 services$63.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
4 suppliers11 claims1,991 services$0.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$212.87 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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, SUITE 120
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Otolaryngology
8820 S MERIDIAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Family Medicine
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, SUITE 200
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Family Medicine
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, STE 200
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, STE. 235
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8820 S MERIDIAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Family Medicine
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, SUITE 120
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
Pharmacist
8820 S MERIDIAN ST, SUITE 105
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217

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 Lena Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lena Brown is 1659690550. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2010. The provider is also known as Dr. Lena Jo Buckwalter M.D..

Where is Lena Brown located?

Lena Brown practices at 8820 S Meridian St Ste 200, Indianapolis, IN 46217. The listed phone number is (317) 865-6750.

What is Lena Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Lena Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lena 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 Lena Brown accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and UnitedHealthcare list Lena 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 Lena Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lena Brown is affiliated with Indiana University Health, Iu Health West Hospital and Franciscan Health Indianapolis.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lena Brown was last updated on May 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.