Gerald Alexander, M.D.
NPI 1720254048 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tampa, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Alexander, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Tampa, FL (NPI 1720254048).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720254048
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME110374 (FL)
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
18 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
2,798 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 | 590 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 570 | $70 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 297 | $104 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 246 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 212 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 339 | 120 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 178 | 69 |
| Ibuprofen | 156 | 66 |
| Meloxicam | 93 | 34 |
| Naproxen | 33 | 20 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 32 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 30 | 23 |
| Methylprednisolone | 27 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,651 across 47 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
- 2008-05-06
- Last updated
- 2021-08-24
- Certified
- 2021-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Alexander's NPI number?
- Gerald Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720254048, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Alexander's specialty?
- Gerald Alexander is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Alexander located?
- Gerald Alexander's practice location on file with NPPES is 14547 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33613-2709.
- What is Gerald Alexander's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Alexander is (813) 979-0440.
- Does Gerald Alexander accept Medicare?
- Gerald Alexander is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Alexander's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Alexander's NPI (1720254048) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.