Roy Ashford, M.D.
NPI 1588646368 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Roy Ashford, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1588646368).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588646368
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G64893 (CA)
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
3,956 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 851 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 797 | $139 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 510 | $45 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 409 | $151 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 408 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 75 | 25 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 75 | 47 |
| Celecoxib | 58 | 31 |
| Meloxicam | 47 | 27 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 41 | 27 |
| Methocarbamol | 35 | 25 |
| Ibuprofen | 34 | 19 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$63 across 3 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
- 2005-11-16
- Last updated
- 2018-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Roy Ashford's NPI number?
- Roy Ashford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588646368, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Roy Ashford's specialty?
- Roy Ashford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Roy Ashford located?
- Roy Ashford's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105.
- What is Roy Ashford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Roy Ashford is (626) 795-8051.
- Does Roy Ashford accept Medicare?
- Roy Ashford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Roy Ashford's NPI active?
- Yes — Roy Ashford's NPI (1588646368) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.