Gregory Lanford, M.D.
NPI 1700856994 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gregory Lanford, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1700856994).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700856994
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21238 (TN)
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
963 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 210 | $51 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 115 | $149 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 104 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 91 | $100 |
| Fusion of Additional Segment of Spine22614 | 69 | $330 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 110 | 43 |
| Methylprednisolone | 95 | 78 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 65 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 59 | 27 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 52 | 35 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 41 | 21 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,720 across 10 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
- 2006-01-23
- Last updated
- 2014-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gregory Lanford's NPI number?
- Gregory Lanford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700856994, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gregory Lanford's specialty?
- Gregory Lanford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gregory Lanford located?
- Gregory Lanford's practice location on file with NPPES is 2011 Murphy Ave, Nashville, TN 37203-2023.
- What is Gregory Lanford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gregory Lanford is (615) 327-9543.
- Does Gregory Lanford accept Medicare?
- Gregory Lanford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gregory Lanford's NPI active?
- Yes — Gregory Lanford's NPI (1700856994) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.