Erik Ratchford, D.O.
NPI 1003013392 · Urology Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Erik Ratchford, D.O. is a Urology Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1003013392).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003013392
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5101017248 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,366 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 340 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 300 | $119 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 249 | $16 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 222 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 354 | 132 |
| Cephalexin | 184 | 118 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 129 | 52 |
| Finasteride | 121 | 43 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 90 | 38 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 84 | 73 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,008 across 46 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-29
- Last updated
- 2022-03-21
- Certified
- 2022-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erik Ratchford's NPI number?
- Erik Ratchford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003013392, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Erik Ratchford's specialty?
- Erik Ratchford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Erik Ratchford located?
- Erik Ratchford's practice location on file with NPPES is 245 Cherry St Se,, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4607.
- What is Erik Ratchford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Erik Ratchford is (616) 459-3551.
- Does Erik Ratchford accept Medicare?
- Erik Ratchford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Erik Ratchford's NPI active?
- Yes — Erik Ratchford's NPI (1003013392) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.