Thomas Ferguson, MD
NPI 1831292309 · Nephrology Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Ferguson, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1831292309).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831292309
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24179 (KY)
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
680 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 129 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 123 | $122 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 122 | $284 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 82 | $277 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 56 | $195 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 139 | 44 |
| Bumetanide | 137 | 38 |
| Losartan Potassium | 125 | 52 |
| Calcitriol | 111 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 109 | 43 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 107 | 36 |
| Carvedilol | 104 | 38 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$658 across 36 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
- 2006-09-07
- Last updated
- 2008-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Ferguson's NPI number?
- Thomas Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831292309, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Ferguson's specialty?
- Thomas Ferguson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Ferguson located?
- Thomas Ferguson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1401harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40504.
- What is Thomas Ferguson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Ferguson is (859) 276-5355.
- Does Thomas Ferguson accept Medicare?
- Thomas Ferguson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Ferguson's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Ferguson's NPI (1831292309) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.