Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Ward, MD/MPH
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: General Practice) · General Practice Physician · Hospitalist Physician · Gardendale, AL
- NPI 1952644825
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.0 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2217 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 350712301
(205) 418-1200
fax (205) 418-1210 - Additional location
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5955 Zeamer Ave, 673Rd Mdg
Jber, AK 995063702
(907) 580-3205 - Mailing address
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459 Glen Cross Cv
Trussville, AL 351736604
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #MD.37310 · Indiana #01074474A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952644825. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
609
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$61,790
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 307 | 111 | $74 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 91 | 91 | $107 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 71 | 46 | $112 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 51 | 49 | $161 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 41 | 15 | $201 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 20 | 20 | $76 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $121 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 12 | 12 | $110 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Gardendale Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 6.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
167
Patients
160
Total drug cost
$10,915
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 29 | 25 | $480 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 26 | 24 | $96 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 17 | 17 | $247 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 16 | 16 | $80 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 15 | 15 | $77 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 15 | 14 | $219 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $78 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $79 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $9,489 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $70 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Ward's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Ward practices Family Medicine Physician in Gardendale, AL.
Where does Dr. Paul Ward practice?
Dr. Paul Ward practices at 2217 Decatur Hwy, Gardendale, AL 350712301. Office phone: 2054181200.
What is Dr. Paul Ward's NPI?
Dr. Paul Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952644825, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Ward accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Ward accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Ward commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.