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Dr. Brian Ward, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Hartford, KY
- NPI 1578552600
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.5 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1211 Old Main St
Hartford, KY 423471619
(270) 298-7411 - Mailing address
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Po Box 148
Hartford, KY 423470148
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 1, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #28784
- Medicaid
- KY #64287840
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578552600. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,625
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$233,089
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 2,534 | 1,167 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 1,520 | 258 | $26 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 716 | 538 | $32 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 359 | 270 | $76 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 181 | 73 | $38 | |
88344 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each multiplex procedure | 178 | 71 | $36 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 154 | 89 | $12 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 137 | 127 | $11 | |
88333 |
Pathology cytologic examination of specimen during surgery, initial site | 119 | 107 | $58 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 117 | 43 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Hartford Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 288. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$28
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 1 | $28.29 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brian Ward's medical specialty?
Dr. Brian Ward practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Hartford, KY.
Where does Dr. Brian Ward practice?
Dr. Brian Ward practices at 1211 Old Main St, Hartford, KY 423471619. Office phone: 2702987411.
What is Dr. Brian Ward's NPI?
Dr. Brian Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578552600, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brian Ward accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brian Ward accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brian Ward commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.