Ross Summerford, M.D.
NPI 1013354521 · Family Medicine Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ross Summerford, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1013354521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013354521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,988 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 932 | $117 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 729 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 634 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 569 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 368 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 346 | $8 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 117 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 656 | 182 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 355 | 106 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 320 | 87 |
| Lisinopril | 308 | 84 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 267 | 71 |
| Omeprazole | 207 | 59 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,590 across 174 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
- 2013-05-24
- Last updated
- 2014-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ross Summerford's NPI number?
- Ross Summerford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013354521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ross Summerford's specialty?
- Ross Summerford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ross Summerford located?
- Ross Summerford's practice location on file with NPPES is 850 5th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-7419.
- What is Ross Summerford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ross Summerford is (205) 348-1770.
- Does Ross Summerford accept Medicare?
- Ross Summerford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ross Summerford's NPI active?
- Yes — Ross Summerford's NPI (1013354521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.