Ray Van Metre, MD
NPI 1881798148 · Otolaryngology Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ray Van Metre, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1881798148).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881798148
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39681 (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
1,618 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 | 413 | $83 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 271 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 247 | $101 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 237 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 102 | $118 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 876 | 345 |
| Betamethasone Valerate | 154 | 126 |
| Ofloxacin | 73 | 52 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 69 | 21 |
| Omeprazole | 47 | 16 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 43 | 26 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 38 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$446 across 12 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
- 2006-09-08
- Last updated
- 2013-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ray Van Metre's NPI number?
- Ray Van Metre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881798148, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ray Van Metre's specialty?
- Ray Van Metre is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ray Van Metre located?
- Ray Van Metre's practice location on file with NPPES is 1720 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40503.
- What is Ray Van Metre's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ray Van Metre is (859) 278-1114.
- Does Ray Van Metre accept Medicare?
- Ray Van Metre is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ray Van Metre's NPI active?
- Yes — Ray Van Metre's NPI (1881798148) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.