Michael Ehrlich, M.D.
NPI 1780654186 · Neurology Physician · Ruston, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Ehrlich, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Ruston, LA (NPI 1780654186).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780654186
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11763R (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
1,326 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telehealth Originating Site Facility FeeQ3014 | 602 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 490 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 97 | $126 |
| 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 | 66 | $15 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 37 | $321 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 75 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 474 | 69 |
| Gabapentin | 465 | 94 |
| Lacosamide | 382 | 57 |
| Memantine Hcl | 338 | 87 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 177 | 50 |
| Topiramate | 164 | 39 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 152 | 33 |
| Clonazepam | 149 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$300 across 15 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
- 2006-01-26
- Last updated
- 2007-07-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Ehrlich's NPI number?
- Michael Ehrlich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780654186, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Ehrlich's specialty?
- Michael Ehrlich is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Ehrlich located?
- Michael Ehrlich's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 S Farmerville St, Ruston, LA 71270-5941.
- What is Michael Ehrlich's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Ehrlich is (318) 255-3690.
- Does Michael Ehrlich accept Medicare?
- Michael Ehrlich is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Ehrlich's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Ehrlich's NPI (1780654186) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.