Gregory Dowd, M.D.
NPI 1689672446 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gregory Dowd, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1689672446).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689672446
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.022440 (LA)
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
1,351 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 | 542 | $118 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 143 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 133 | $84 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 126 | $13 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 104 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 81 | 32 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 65 | 49 |
| Methylprednisolone | 58 | 52 |
| Meloxicam | 38 | 19 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 25 | 21 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 21 | 14 |
| Lidocaine | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$28 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
- 2005-07-14
- Last updated
- 2025-01-08
- Certified
- 2025-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gregory Dowd's NPI number?
- Gregory Dowd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689672446, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gregory Dowd's specialty?
- Gregory Dowd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gregory Dowd located?
- Gregory Dowd's practice location on file with NPPES is 3704 North Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71301-3606.
- What is Gregory Dowd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gregory Dowd is (318) 443-4576.
- Does Gregory Dowd accept Medicare?
- Gregory Dowd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gregory Dowd's NPI active?
- Yes — Gregory Dowd's NPI (1689672446) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.