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ALPHONSO BROWN MD
NPI 1871579987
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Boston, MA

Active since December 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
330 BROOKLINE AVE, BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 667-2141 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Alphonso Brown Md NPPES

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

ALPHONSO BROWN MD (NPI 1871579987) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (152241) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871579987
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameALPHONSO BROWNCredential: MD
Location Address330 BROOKLINE AVE, BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTERBoston, MA 02215-5400
Mailing Address68 Bourne StAuburndale, MA 02466-1722 · (617) 916-9060
Phone(617) 667-2141
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1871579987 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 152241
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
330 BROOKLINE AVE, Boston, MA 02215
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

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

Alphonso 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 ID6204852502
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051019000193
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 11

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.
262 services25 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
255 services17 patients
Creatinine clearance measurement to test for kidney function 82575
Creatinine clearance measurement is a test that helps understand how well your kidneys are working. It involves analyzing samples of your blood and urine to measure the rate at which a waste product, called creatinine, is cleared from your body. This helps to detect any kidney problems early.
255 services17 patients
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378
This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.
61 services60 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
40 services39 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cambridge Health Alliance

Acute Care Hospitals · Cambridge, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number220011
Location1493 Cambridge StreetCambridge, MA 02138 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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.

BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
Chronic Disease Hospital (Children)
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 677-4042
DR. BRIAN DANIEL HOBBS MD, MMSC
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE, PULMONARY AND CRITICAL CARE DEPARTMENT
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-5864
ERICA DOMMASCH MD
Dermatology
330 BROOKLINE AVE, SHAPIRO 2
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-3753
VAHID KIARAD M.D
Anesthesiology
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000
DR. JONATHAN DAVID THOMAS MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology)
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000
JULIA MARIE BERG MD
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000
DR. MICHAEL R GOLDSTEIN PHD
Psychologist (Clinical)
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 356-7246
SARA MURDOCK CAHILL MD
Hospitalist
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 667-7000

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 Alphonso Brown's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alphonso Brown is 1871579987. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2005.

Where is Alphonso Brown located?

Alphonso Brown practices at 330 Brookline Ave Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 667-2141.

What is Alphonso Brown's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Alphonso Brown enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alphonso 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 Alphonso Brown accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Alphonso 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 Alphonso Brown affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alphonso Brown is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alphonso Brown was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.