Randall Ruark, M.D.
NPI 1437270691 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Randall Ruark, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1437270691).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437270691
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.33867 (AL)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,198 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 | 647 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 388 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 341 | $24 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 279 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 267 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 253 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 394 | 199 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 176 | 138 |
| Meloxicam | 141 | 63 |
| Cephalexin | 128 | 115 |
| Cefadroxil | 118 | 109 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 66 | 49 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 51 | 37 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$926 across 14 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 (4)
- 161 E University DrAuburn, AL 36832-5889Phone: (334) 826-2090Fax: (334) 821-3191
- 512 N Shady LnDothan, AL 36303-2991Phone: (334) 699-5747Fax: (334) 699-5750
- 107 Calumet Center RdLagrange, GA 30241-6705Phone: (706) 884-3274Fax: (706) 882-2940
- 100 N Macon StMacon, GA 31210-6563Phone: (478) 200-6970Fax: (478) 216-5976
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-03
- Last updated
- 2020-11-20
- Certified
- 2020-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Randall Ruark's NPI number?
- Randall Ruark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437270691, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Randall Ruark's specialty?
- Randall Ruark is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Randall Ruark located?
- Randall Ruark's practice location on file with NPPES is 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909-3540.
- What is Randall Ruark's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Randall Ruark is (706) 324-6661.
- Does Randall Ruark accept Medicare?
- Randall Ruark is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Randall Ruark's NPI active?
- Yes — Randall Ruark's NPI (1437270691) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.