Maria Brown, DO
Maria Brown, DO has been part of the Michigan City medical community since 2006 in group practice. She graduated from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med in 1983 and has 43+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Uses generic medications more than 60% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1233dNPPES updated 2022-12-20 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1225 E Coolspring Ave Ste 2d, Michigan City, IN 46360
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.72%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Indiana0.72% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
402
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
698
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,527
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $876k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med
Board certified · Dec 19, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
Po Box 781076, Detroit, MI 48278-1076
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Maria Brown
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Maria Brown for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Michigan City required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Brown
Dr. Brown is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Michigan City, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (219) 878-5037.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Maria Brown
Practice Location
1225 E Coolspring Ave Ste 2d, Michigan City, IN 46360
Mailing Address
Po Box 781076, Detroit, MI 48278-1076
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