Hugh Sims, M.D.
NPI 1801862305 · Specialist · Bowling Green, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hugh Sims, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Bowling Green, KY (NPI 1801862305).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801862305
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 30304 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
607 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 | 217 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 201 | $105 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 78 | $116 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 36 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 32 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 83 | 42 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 28 | 13 |
| Cefdinir | 23 | 16 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 23 | — |
| Methylprednisolone | 21 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 16 | 16 |
| Mupirocin | 16 | 14 |
| Cephalexin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$69 across 3 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
- 2006-02-24
- Last updated
- 2024-07-24
- Certified
- 2024-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hugh Sims's NPI number?
- Hugh Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801862305, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hugh Sims's specialty?
- Hugh Sims is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Hugh Sims located?
- Hugh Sims's practice location on file with NPPES is 340 New Towne Drive, Bowling Green, KY 42103.
- What is Hugh Sims's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hugh Sims is (270) 782-7768.
- Does Hugh Sims accept Medicare?
- Hugh Sims is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hugh Sims's NPI active?
- Yes — Hugh Sims's NPI (1801862305) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.