Gary Rankin, MD
NPI 1538196209 · Ophthalmology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Rankin, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1538196209).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538196209
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35475 (NC)
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
19 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
3,950 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,127 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 906 | $109 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 671 | $83 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 332 | $33 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 319 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 216 | $119 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 186 | 45 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 110 | 76 |
| Timolol Maleate | 104 | 34 |
| Latanoprost | 100 | 24 |
| Ofloxacin | 85 | 69 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 33 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 17 | — |
| Atropine Sulfate | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$291 across 5 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
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2015-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Rankin's NPI number?
- Gary Rankin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538196209, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Rankin's specialty?
- Gary Rankin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Rankin located?
- Gary Rankin's practice location on file with NPPES is 1204 Maple St, Greensboro, NC 27405-6911.
- What is Gary Rankin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Rankin is (336) 294-8258.
- Does Gary Rankin accept Medicare?
- Gary Rankin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Rankin's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Rankin's NPI (1538196209) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.