Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Abner Ward, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Merced, CA
- NPI 1063531291
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3365 G St Ste 60
Merced, CA 953400994
(209) 723-2799
fax (209) 723-2984
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A86332
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063531291. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,616
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$102,975
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 550 | 32 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 373 | 212 | $130 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 163 | 163 | $167 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 114 | 27 | $1 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 102 | 50 | $6 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 66 | 54 | $52 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 47 | 32 | $72 | |
29075 |
Application of elbow to finger cast | 38 | 36 | $80 | |
J1020 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 20 mg | 30 | 21 | $5 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 25 | 11 | $44 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Merced Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 325. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$281
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $151.77 | |
| Exactech, INC. | 1 | $106.84 | |
| Cornerstone Medical Associates, INC. | 1 | $22.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
933
Patients
547
Total drug cost
$12,263
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 282 | 133 | $3,334 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 158 | 91 | $4,535 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 142 | 70 | $1,508 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 125 | 83 | $907 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 91 | 77 | $951 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 56 | 29 | $259 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 45 | 36 | $389 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 22 | 17 | $153 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 11 | $228 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Abner Ward's medical specialty?
Dr. Abner Ward practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Merced, CA.
Where does Dr. Abner Ward practice?
Dr. Abner Ward practices at 3365 G St Ste 60, Merced, CA 953400994. Office phone: 2097232799.
What is Dr. Abner Ward's NPI?
Dr. Abner Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063531291, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Abner Ward accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Abner Ward accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Abner Ward commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.