Melvin Ashford, MD
NPI 1053321745 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Woodbury, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Ashford, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Woodbury, MN (NPI 1053321745).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053321745
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 43366 (MN)
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
5,404 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 2,610 | $14 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 2,160 | $3 |
| Non-Needle Measurement and Recording of Electrical Activity of Muscles at Bladder and Bowel Openings51784 | 79 | $46 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 69 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 45 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Solifenacin Succinate | 34 | 14 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 30 | — |
| Estradiol | 25 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 24 | 22 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 22 | 17 |
| Tolterodine Tartratebrand: Tolterodine Tartrate Er | 21 | — |
| Ibuprofen | 18 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$68 across 2 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
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2012-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Ashford's NPI number?
- Melvin Ashford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053321745, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Ashford's specialty?
- Melvin Ashford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Ashford located?
- Melvin Ashford's practice location on file with NPPES is 10731 Hawthorn Trl, Woodbury, MN 55129-8767.
- What is Melvin Ashford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Ashford is (651) 253-4089.
- Does Melvin Ashford accept Medicare?
- Melvin Ashford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Ashford's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Ashford's NPI (1053321745) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.