Vernon Rayford, M.D.
NPI 1053548545 · Internal Medicine Physician · Tupelo, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernon Rayford, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Tupelo, MS (NPI 1053548545).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053548545
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L-240222 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
952 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 339 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 176 | $122 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 101 | $127 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 76 | $13 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 59 | $14 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 50 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 355 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 108 | 52 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 106 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 105 | 20 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 102 | 47 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 73 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$181 across 10 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
- 2009-06-11
- Last updated
- 2022-09-13
- Certified
- 2022-09-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernon Rayford's NPI number?
- Vernon Rayford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053548545, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernon Rayford's specialty?
- Vernon Rayford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernon Rayford located?
- Vernon Rayford's practice location on file with NPPES is 845 S Madison St, Tupelo, MS 38801-4905.
- What is Vernon Rayford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernon Rayford is (662) 377-5930.
- Does Vernon Rayford accept Medicare?
- Vernon Rayford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernon Rayford's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernon Rayford's NPI (1053548545) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.