Ray Mclaughlin, M.D.
NPI 1720215049 · Rheumatology Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ray Mclaughlin, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1720215049).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720215049
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31716 (AL)
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
17 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
5,595 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 745 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 694 | $114 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 549 | $15 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 548 | $5 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 546 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 1,589 | 550 |
| Prednisone | 762 | 358 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 495 | 152 |
| Sarilumabbrand: Kevzara | 410 | 50 |
| Allopurinol | 266 | 78 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 265 | 36 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$73,044 across 199 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
- 2009-06-12
- Last updated
- 2015-11-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ray Mclaughlin's NPI number?
- Ray Mclaughlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720215049, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ray Mclaughlin's specialty?
- Ray Mclaughlin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ray Mclaughlin located?
- Ray Mclaughlin's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Towncenter Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-1833.
- What is Ray Mclaughlin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ray Mclaughlin is (205) 750-0030.
- Does Ray Mclaughlin accept Medicare?
- Ray Mclaughlin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ray Mclaughlin's NPI active?
- Yes — Ray Mclaughlin's NPI (1720215049) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-11-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.