Melissa R Brown, M.D.
Melissa R Brown, M.D. practices as part of a group urologist practice in Aberdeen, SD. Trained at University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (class of 1993), she has been practicing for over 33 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4534dNPPES updated 2013-12-07 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 74% of doctors in South Dakota on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
South Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Better than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in South DakotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.3%
South Dakota avg: 80.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in South DakotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
579
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
448
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,136
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $132k
Percentile rankings compared against 117 reporting peers in South Dakota.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$30 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Melissa R Brown's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1993)
Mailing address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Melissa R Brown
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa R Brown for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Aberdeen 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 Melissa R Brown
Dr. Brown is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Aberdeen, SD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (605) 725-1700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa R Brown
Practice Location
3015 3rd Ave Se, Aberdeen, SD 57401-5418
Mailing Address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
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