Lance Templeton, M.D.
NPI 1740253855 · Urology Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lance Templeton, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1740253855).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740253855
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L10316R (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
3,179 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 922 | $79 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 717 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 429 | $9 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 338 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 226 | $111 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 82 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 391 | 125 |
| Finasteride | 267 | 72 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 119 | 39 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 105 | 80 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 74 | 63 |
| Estradiol | 69 | 39 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 66 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$494 across 27 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
- 2006-02-09
- Last updated
- 2007-11-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lance Templeton's NPI number?
- Lance Templeton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740253855, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lance Templeton's specialty?
- Lance Templeton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lance Templeton located?
- Lance Templeton's practice location on file with NPPES is 301 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301-8423.
- What is Lance Templeton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lance Templeton is (318) 473-2169.
- Does Lance Templeton accept Medicare?
- Lance Templeton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lance Templeton's NPI active?
- Yes — Lance Templeton's NPI (1740253855) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.