Clarence Alford, M.D.
NPI 1497795397 · Family Medicine Physician · Lagrange, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Clarence Alford, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lagrange, GA (NPI 1497795397).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497795397
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 44619 (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
849 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 | 450 | $119 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 120 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 98 | $84 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 61 | $121 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 28 | $3 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 27 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 154 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 465 | 135 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 438 | 119 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 371 | 102 |
| Omeprazole | 338 | 98 |
| Losartan Potassium | 326 | 86 |
| Alprazolam | 315 | 57 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$572 across 33 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
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Clarence Alford's NPI number?
- Clarence Alford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497795397, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Clarence Alford's specialty?
- Clarence Alford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Clarence Alford located?
- Clarence Alford's practice location on file with NPPES is 303 Smith St, Lagrange, GA 30240-2745.
- What is Clarence Alford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Clarence Alford is (706) 882-8831.
- Does Clarence Alford accept Medicare?
- Clarence Alford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Clarence Alford's NPI active?
- Yes — Clarence Alford's NPI (1497795397) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.