Ralph Tucker, MD
NPI 1497742936 · Family Medicine Physician · Lehigh Acres, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Tucker, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lehigh Acres, FL (NPI 1497742936).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497742936
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME51024 (FL)
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
6,831 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 | 614 | $128 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 570 | $9 |
| 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 | 459 | $17 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 442 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 436 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 169 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 531 | 150 |
| Lisinopril | 407 | 110 |
| Omeprazole | 361 | 119 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 360 | 93 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 352 | 99 |
| Alprazolam | 340 | 71 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 326 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,954 across 84 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
- 2005-09-30
- Last updated
- 2024-04-01
- Certified
- 2024-04-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Tucker's NPI number?
- Ralph Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497742936, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Tucker's specialty?
- Ralph Tucker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Tucker located?
- Ralph Tucker's practice location on file with NPPES is 60 Westminster St N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936-6518.
- What is Ralph Tucker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Tucker is (239) 368-1808.
- Does Ralph Tucker accept Medicare?
- Ralph Tucker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Tucker's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Tucker's NPI (1497742936) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.