Craig Turner, MD
NPI 1598738049 · Family Medicine Physician · Monroe, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Turner, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Monroe, LA (NPI 1598738049).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598738049
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 015507 (LA)
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
1,315 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 389 | $100 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 241 | $69 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 202 | $170 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 141 | $69 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 138 | $100 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 152 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 469 | 89 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 398 | 82 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 366 | 60 |
| Gabapentin | 364 | 57 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 317 | 50 |
| Potassium Chloride | 284 | 51 |
| Furosemide | 256 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 1 record (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
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2025-08-12
- Certified
- 2025-08-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Turner's NPI number?
- Craig Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598738049, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Turner's specialty?
- Craig Turner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Turner located?
- Craig Turner's practice location on file with NPPES is 516 Lincoln Road, Monroe, LA 71203.
- What is Craig Turner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Turner is (318) 343-6487.
- Does Craig Turner accept Medicare?
- Craig Turner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Turner's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Turner's NPI (1598738049) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.