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DESRENE K BROWN MD
NPI 1689625543
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Bluffton, OH

Active since May 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
547 HARMON RD, BLUFFTON, OH 45817(419) 369-4600(419) 369-4603 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Desrene K Brown Md NPPES

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

DESRENE K BROWN MD (NPI 1689625543) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Bluffton, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35076441) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System, and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689625543
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameDESRENE K BROWNCredential: MD
Location Address547 HARMON RDBluffton, OH 45817
Mailing Address547 Harmon RdBluffton, OH 45817-1033 · (419) 721-4026 · Fax (419) 369-4603
Fax(419) 369-4603
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 2026
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1689625543 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35076441
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
547 HARMON RD, Bluffton, OH 45817

Other Identifiers 2

OtherBR0895734OH · Medicare Ottawa
Medicaid2149624OH

Accepted 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

Desrene K 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 ID4880593037
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040107000201, I20220428000595
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Desrene Brown reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
547 HARMON RD
Bluffton, OH 45817
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
Legal Medicine
2015 GRAND CONCOURSE
Bronx, NY 10453
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 1,393 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
2626 HALPERIN AVE
Bronx, NY 10461
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Bronx Medical Practice PC
  • 1,013 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1371 SEABURY AVE
Bronx, NY 10461
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 1,054 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
233 7TH ST STE 303
Garden City, NY 11530
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment

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

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.
53 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lima Memorial Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Lima, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360009
Location1001 Bellefontaine AvenueLima, OH 45804 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bluffton Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Bluffton, OH
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number361322
Location139 Garau StreetBluffton, OH 45817 · Allen County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45817 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
547 HARMON RD
BLUFFTON, OH 45817
Obstetrics & Gynecology
547 HARMON RD
BLUFFTON, OH 45817
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
547 HARMON RD
BLUFFTON, OH 45817

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 Desrene Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Desrene Brown is 1689625543. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2006.

Where is Desrene Brown located?

Desrene Brown practices at 547 Harmon Rd, Bluffton, OH 45817. The listed phone number is (419) 369-4600.

What is Desrene Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Desrene Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Desrene 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Desrene Brown's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Desrene Brown reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Northwest Ohio Obgyn LLC (Bluffton, OH), Essen Medical Associates, PC (Bronx, NY), Bronx Medical Practice P.C. (Bronx, NY), House Call Medical Services Of New York, PLLC (Bronx, NY) and Luxxe Medspa Inc (Garden City, NY). Each 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 Desrene Brown's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Desrene Brown accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 4 other insurers list Desrene 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 Desrene Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Desrene Brown is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System and Bluffton Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Desrene Brown was last updated on September 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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.