Abner Ward, M.D.
NPI 1063531291 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Abner Ward, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1063531291).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063531291
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A86332 (CA)
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
832 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 | 356 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 141 | $158 |
| Cast Supplies, Short Arm Cast, Adult (11 Years +), FiberglassQ4010 | 80 | $23 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 63 | $67 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 61 | $49 |
| Application of Elbow to Finger Cast29075 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 376 | 172 |
| Gabapentin | 123 | 59 |
| Ibuprofen | 104 | 72 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 87 | 77 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 69 | 40 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 38 | 23 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$281 across 5 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
- 2007-03-28
- Last updated
- 2024-10-28
- Certified
- 2024-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Abner Ward's NPI number?
- Abner Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063531291, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Abner Ward's specialty?
- Abner Ward is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Abner Ward located?
- Abner Ward's practice location on file with NPPES is 3365 G St Ste 60, Merced, CA 95340-0994.
- What is Abner Ward's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Abner Ward is (209) 723-2799.
- Does Abner Ward accept Medicare?
- Abner Ward is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Abner Ward's NPI active?
- Yes — Abner Ward's NPI (1063531291) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.