Walter Rayford, M.D., PHD., FACS
NPI 1821103151 · Urology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Rayford, M.D., PHD., FACS is a Urology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1821103151).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821103151
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PHD., FACS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 40580 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14,240 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 1,873 | $2 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 1,863 | $5 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,586 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,419 | $85 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 1,261 | $61 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 1,147 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,457 | 518 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 604 | 373 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 543 | 333 |
| Finasteride | 527 | 174 |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 392 | 72 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 334 | 125 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,369 across 92 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
- 2006-08-19
- Last updated
- 2008-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Rayford's NPI number?
- Walter Rayford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821103151, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Rayford's specialty?
- Walter Rayford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Rayford located?
- Walter Rayford's practice location on file with NPPES is 6029 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38120-2112.
- What is Walter Rayford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Rayford is (901) 767-8158.
- Does Walter Rayford accept Medicare?
- Walter Rayford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Rayford's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Rayford's NPI (1821103151) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.