Paul Free, M.D.
NPI 1962465179 · Otolaryngology Physician · Fayetteville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Free, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Fayetteville, GA (NPI 1962465179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962465179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 043050 (GA)
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
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
2,190 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 | 465 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 373 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 254 | $107 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 200 | $12 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 196 | $34 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 178 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 369 | 181 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 317 | 163 |
| Famotidine | 299 | 115 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 292 | 149 |
| Omeprazole | 254 | 94 |
| Prednisone | 118 | 106 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 70 | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$775 across 20 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
- 2006-04-10
- Last updated
- 2022-02-09
- Certified
- 2022-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Free's NPI number?
- Paul Free's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962465179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Free's specialty?
- Paul Free is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Free located?
- Paul Free's practice location on file with NPPES is 1240 Highway 54 W Bldg 700 Ste 710, Fayetteville, GA 30214-4565.
- What is Paul Free's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Free is (770) 991-2800.
- Does Paul Free accept Medicare?
- Paul Free is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Free's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Free's NPI (1962465179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.