Gerald Franklin, M.D.
NPI 1780618843 · Otolaryngology Physician · New Braunfels, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Franklin, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in New Braunfels, TX (NPI 1780618843).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780618843
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K6761 (TX)
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
19 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
1,161 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 | 474 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 206 | $168 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 174 | $48 |
| Sleep Study Including Heart Rate, Breathing, and Sleep Time95800 | 54 | $40 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 49 | $129 |
| Home Sleep Test (hst) With Type III Portable Monitor, Unattended; Minimum of 4 Channels: 2 Respiratory Movement/Airflow, 1 Ecg/Heart Rate and 1 Oxygen SaturationG0399 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 51 | 41 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 39 | 23 |
| Mupirocin | 26 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 25 |
| Cefixime | 25 | 24 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 20 | 15 |
| Methylprednisolone | 18 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$341 across 8 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
- 2006-07-11
- Last updated
- 2013-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Franklin's NPI number?
- Gerald Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780618843, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Franklin's specialty?
- Gerald Franklin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Franklin located?
- Gerald Franklin's practice location on file with NPPES is 948 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3919.
- What is Gerald Franklin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Franklin is (830) 627-3777.
- Does Gerald Franklin accept Medicare?
- Gerald Franklin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Franklin's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Franklin's NPI (1780618843) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.