Garland Gudger, M.D.
NPI 1902101702 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Garland Gudger, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1902101702).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902101702
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 33535 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,157 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 | 923 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 584 | $66 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 369 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 209 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 192 | $116 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 163 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 513 | 195 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 461 | 277 |
| Celecoxib | 320 | 145 |
| Cephalexin | 295 | 146 |
| Meloxicam | 150 | 53 |
| Methylprednisolone | 141 | 128 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 106 | 78 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$103 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 512 N Shady LnDothan, AL 36303-2991Phone: (334) 699-5747Fax: (334) 699-5750
- 107 Calumet Center RdLagrange, GA 30241-6705Phone: (706) 884-3274Fax: (706) 882-2940
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-01-26
- Last updated
- 2020-11-20
- Certified
- 2020-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Garland Gudger's NPI number?
- Garland Gudger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902101702, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Garland Gudger's specialty?
- Garland Gudger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Garland Gudger located?
- Garland Gudger's practice location on file with NPPES is 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909-3540.
- What is Garland Gudger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Garland Gudger is (706) 324-6661.
- Does Garland Gudger accept Medicare?
- Garland Gudger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Garland Gudger's NPI active?
- Yes — Garland Gudger's NPI (1902101702) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.