William Hughes, MD
NPI 1275021636 · Urology Physician · Gulfport, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Hughes, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Gulfport, MS (NPI 1275021636).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275021636
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 31472 (MS)
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
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,183 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 423 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 319 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 303 | $116 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 171 | $2 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 168 | $57 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 209 | 100 |
| Finasteride | 111 | 55 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 94 | 76 |
| Estradiol | 67 | 36 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 63 | 24 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 62 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,735 across 43 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 168 Mobile Infirmary BlvdMobile, AL 36607-3510Phone: (251) 433-1895Fax: (251) 433-1917
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-05-01
- Last updated
- 2025-03-21
- Certified
- 2025-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Hughes's NPI number?
- William Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275021636, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Hughes's specialty?
- William Hughes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Hughes located?
- William Hughes's practice location on file with NPPES is 15190 Community Rd Ste 300, Gulfport, MS 39503-3499.
- What is William Hughes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Hughes is (251) 433-1895.
- Does William Hughes accept Medicare?
- William Hughes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Hughes's NPI active?
- Yes — William Hughes's NPI (1275021636) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.