Edward Fricker, MD
NPI 1316933823 · Gastroenterology Physician · Valdosta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Fricker, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Valdosta, GA (NPI 1316933823).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316933823
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 038487 (GA)
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
20 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
1,921 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 | 569 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 371 | $118 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 254 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 159 | $64 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 118 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 948 | 296 |
| Famotidine | 637 | 198 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 201 | 200 |
| Lubiprostone | 147 | 45 |
| Sucralfate | 132 | 50 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 124 | 31 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 102 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,095 across 47 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
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2008-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Fricker's NPI number?
- Edward Fricker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316933823, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Fricker's specialty?
- Edward Fricker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Fricker located?
- Edward Fricker's practice location on file with NPPES is 3207 Country Club Dr, Valdosta, GA 31605-1029.
- What is Edward Fricker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Fricker is (229) 242-8480.
- Does Edward Fricker accept Medicare?
- Edward Fricker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Fricker's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Fricker's NPI (1316933823) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.