Dustin Ward, M.D.
NPI 1356526693 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Maple Grove, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dustin Ward, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Maple Grove, MN (NPI 1356526693).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356526693
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 201502495 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
1,421 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 | 261 | $90 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 135 | $163 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 99 | $128 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 94 | $132 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 92 | $73 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 124 | 48 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 93 | 37 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 61 | 52 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 49 | 31 |
| Cephalexin | 38 | 27 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 29 | 14 |
| Topiramate | 25 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,298 across 31 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
- 2008-01-06
- Last updated
- 2018-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dustin Ward's NPI number?
- Dustin Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356526693, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dustin Ward's specialty?
- Dustin Ward is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dustin Ward located?
- Dustin Ward's practice location on file with NPPES is 9645 Grove Cir N Ste 200, Maple Grove, MN 55369.
- What is Dustin Ward's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dustin Ward is (763) 201-8191.
- Does Dustin Ward accept Medicare?
- Dustin Ward is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dustin Ward's NPI active?
- Yes — Dustin Ward's NPI (1356526693) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.