Ralph Maxy, MD
NPI 1568415057 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Maxy, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1568415057).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568415057
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200000268 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
186 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 | 52 | $118 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 49 | $119 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 22 | $235 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 20 | $124 |
| Mri Scan of Upper Spinal Canal Without Contrast72141 | 17 | $99 |
| Fusion of Spine in Lower Back With Partial Removal of Spine Bone and Disc |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 29 | 19 |
| Cephalexin | 29 | 24 |
| Meloxicam | 24 | — |
| Gabapentin | 20 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 13 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 11 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,909 across 44 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
- 2006-05-18
- Last updated
- 2023-04-10
- Certified
- 2023-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Maxy's NPI number?
- Ralph Maxy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568415057, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Maxy's specialty?
- Ralph Maxy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Maxy located?
- Ralph Maxy's practice location on file with NPPES is 2165 Medical Park Dr, Hickory, NC 28602-8809.
- What is Ralph Maxy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Maxy is (828) 324-2800.
- Does Ralph Maxy accept Medicare?
- Ralph Maxy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Maxy's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Maxy's NPI (1568415057) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.