Ralph Sharman, M.D.
NPI 1548297096 · Family Medicine Physician · Dripping Springs, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Sharman, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Dripping Springs, TX (NPI 1548297096).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548297096
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K4796 (TX)
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
2,640 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 | 854 | $122 |
| 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 | 541 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 326 | $124 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 318 | $18 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 291 | $18 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 133 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 550 | 143 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 476 | 139 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 420 | 131 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 318 | 94 |
| Losartan Potassium | 266 | 75 |
| Lisinopril | 249 | 73 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,263 across 65 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
- 2018-04-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Sharman's NPI number?
- Ralph Sharman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548297096, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Sharman's specialty?
- Ralph Sharman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Sharman located?
- Ralph Sharman's practice location on file with NPPES is 170 Benney Lane, Dripping Springs, TX 78620-5248.
- What is Ralph Sharman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Sharman is (512) 858-2997.
- Does Ralph Sharman accept Medicare?
- Ralph Sharman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Sharman's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Sharman's NPI (1548297096) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.