Alton Temple, M.D.
NPI 1548466840 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Ranson, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alton Temple, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Ranson, WV (NPI 1548466840).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548466840
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 45574 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
735 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 345 | $166 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 169 | $202 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 114 | $115 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 77 | $8 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 19 | $68 |
| Insertion of Non-Tunneled Central Venous Tube for Infusion (5 Years Or Older)36556 | 11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 68 | 67 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 62 | 62 |
| Naproxen | 59 | 57 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 52 | 52 |
| Prednisone | 47 | 45 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | 40 |
| Ibuprofen | 29 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-23
- Last updated
- 2014-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alton Temple's NPI number?
- Alton Temple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548466840, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alton Temple's specialty?
- Alton Temple is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alton Temple located?
- Alton Temple's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 S Preston St, Ranson, WV 25438-1631.
- What is Alton Temple's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alton Temple is (304) 590-8939.
- Does Alton Temple accept Medicare?
- Alton Temple is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alton Temple's NPI active?
- Yes — Alton Temple's NPI (1548466840) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.