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MRS. RUTH LYNNE CLARK-BROWN M.D.
NPI 1740349968
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in East Orange, NJ

Active since December 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
240 CENTRAL AVE., EAST ORANGE, NJ 07018(973) 674-3500(973) 678-6319 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 3, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Mrs. Ruth Lynne Clark-brown M.d. NPPES

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

MRS. RUTH LYNNE CLARK-BROWN M.D. (NPI 1740349968) is an individual neurology provider in East Orange, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA56498) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740349968
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameMRS. RUTH LYNNE CLARK-BROWNCredential: M.D.
Location Address240 CENTRAL AVE.East Orange, NJ 07018
Mailing Address240 Central Ave.East Orange, NJ 07018 · (973) 674-3500 · Fax (973) 678-6319
Phone(973) 674-3500
Fax(973) 678-6319
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateDecember 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 3, 2011
✔ NPI 1740349968 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA56498
Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License MA56498 (NJ)
240 CENTRAL AVE., East Orange, NJ 07018
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Ruth L. Clark M.d.

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare PIN707591AQBNJ
Other135853NJ · Medicare Group
Other280330501NJ · Medicaid Group
Medicaid5069408NJ
Medicare UPINF15249NJ

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Ruth Lynne Clark-brown M.d. 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 ID3779764170
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110217000711
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 8

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
265 services168 patients
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.
215 services127 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
114 services50 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.
76 services76 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
72 services49 patients
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies 95911
Nerve conduction studies involve sending small electrical shocks through the skin to measure how quickly nerves transmit signals. This helps detect nerve damage. 9-10 studies mean this process will be repeated on different nerves to gather comprehensive data.
35 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Newark, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310002
Location201 Lyons AveNewark, NJ 07112 · Essex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carewell Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · East Orange, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number310083
Location300 Central AveEast Orange, NJ 07018 · Essex County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07018 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

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 Ruth Clark-brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Clark-brown is 1740349968. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 6, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Ruth L. Clark M.D..

Where is Ruth Clark-brown located?

Ruth Clark-brown practices at 240 Central Ave., East Orange, NJ 07018. The listed phone number is (973) 674-3500.

What is Ruth Clark-brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Ruth Clark-brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Clark-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.

Is Ruth Clark-brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruth Clark-brown is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Carewell Health Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Clark-brown was last updated on March 3, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.