2026 NPPES data Obstetrics Physician NPI 1083776868 M.D.
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MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.

Obstetrics Physician in METAIRIE, Louisiana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
475
Medicare Part D claims · 109 beneficiaries · Obstetrics Physician avg: 319
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$135.59
8 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. is a Obstetrics Physician ([object Object]) practicing in METAIRIE, Louisiana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 475 claims across 109 beneficiaries — 15% brand-name prescribing . Industry payments of $135.59 across 8 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. filed 475 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across METAIRIE, Louisiana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 12/15/2006

NPI 1083776868

Primary specialty

Obstetrics Physician

Niche

1,402 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

475 49% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 319

Specialty distribution in Louisiana

How Obstetrics Physician compares to other specialties among Louisiana providers

Louisiana providers

Obstetrics Physician share within Louisiana

1. Obstetrics Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Obstetrics Physician share within Louisiana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Obstetrics Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Obstetrics Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Obstetrics Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Obstetrics Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. is a Obstetrics Physician provider practicing in METAIRIE, Louisiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1083776868. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Obstetrics Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 4430 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD, METAIRIE, LA, 70006, with a listed phone of (504) 842-4155. NPI 1083776868 was issued on 12/15/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GRAHAM most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 475 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 109 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $54K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Obstetrics Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,402 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 319 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

4430 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD
METAIRIE, LA 70006

Provider Details

NPI 1083776868
Specialty Obstetrics Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 12/15/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

KINGS DAUGHTERS MEDICAL CENTER
BROOKHAVEN, MS

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$136

Largest payer

Inari Medical, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. — brand share 15.0%
Specialty average (est.)

15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 475 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

475
Total Claims
$54K
Total Drug Cost
109
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
983
Total Day Supply
27,514
Brand vs Generic
15% brand / 85% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$42K
Generic Drug Cost
$12K
Opioid Claims
11 (2.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
25

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
66.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.96
Age Distribution
<65: 30, 65-74: 57, 75-84: 22, 85+: 0

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Estradiol
140
Escitalopram Oxalate
22
Norethindrone Acetate
20
Testosterone Cypionate
18
Ibandronate Sodium
14
Acyclovir
13
Estradiol Valerate
12
Fluconazole
12
Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe
Butalb/Acetaminophen/Caffeine
11
Premarin
"Estrogens
N/A

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Obstetrics Physician Overview

How MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. fits within the Obstetrics Physician landscape nationally.

1,402
Obstetrics Physician Providers in US
54
States with Obstetrics Physician
319
Avg Claims per Provider

MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s 475 claims are above the specialty average of 319.

Nearby Obstetrics Physician Providers in Louisiana

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Louisiana, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as GRAHAM.

Compare Obstetrics Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s specialty?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. specializes in Obstetrics Physician and practices in METAIRIE, Louisiana. Credentials: M.D..
How much does MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. wrote 475 Medicare Part D claims totaling $54K in drug costs for 109 beneficiaries.
Where is MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. located?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. is located at 4430 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD, METAIRIE, LA, 70006. Phone: (504) 842-4155.
What is MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s NPI number?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083776868, issued on 12/15/2006.
Does MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $42K in brand drug costs.
Does MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. had 11 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%.
How many Obstetrics Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 1,402 Obstetrics Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Obstetrics Physician provider writes 319 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Estradiol, Escitalopram Oxalate, Norethindrone Acetate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. accept Medicare?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 475 Part D claims and 109 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s credentials?
MICHAEL GRAHAM, M.D.'s NPI is 1083776868 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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