Ward Hamlet, MD
NPI 1699773440 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Fort Wayne, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ward Hamlet, MD is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Fort Wayne, IN (NPI 1699773440).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699773440
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01048197A (IN)
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,243 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 182 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 152 | $124 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 105 | $104 |
| Release And/Or Relocation of Hand Nerve64721 | 99 | $384 |
| X-Ray of Finger, Minimum of 2 Views73140 | 95 | $36 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 202 | 198 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 86 | 82 |
| Celecoxib | 49 | 37 |
| Mupirocin | 32 | 31 |
| Gabapentin | 29 | 19 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 23 | 21 |
| Methylprednisolone | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$49 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 11136 Parkview Circle DrFort Wayne, IN 46845-1730Phone: (260) 484-8551Fax: (260) 482-5060
- 7920 W Jefferson BlvdFort Wayne, IN 46804-4168Phone: (260) 484-8551Fax: (260) 482-5060
- 1500 Provident Dr Ste BWarsaw, IN 46580-3297Phone: (574) 269-8301Fax: (574) 269-8302
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-13
- Last updated
- 2019-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ward Hamlet's NPI number?
- Ward Hamlet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699773440, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ward Hamlet's specialty?
- Ward Hamlet is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ward Hamlet located?
- Ward Hamlet's practice location on file with NPPES is 5050 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46825-5886.
- What is Ward Hamlet's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ward Hamlet is (260) 484-8551.
- Does Ward Hamlet accept Medicare?
- Ward Hamlet is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ward Hamlet's NPI active?
- Yes — Ward Hamlet's NPI (1699773440) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.