2026 NPPES data Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician NPI 1063481083 MD
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RALPH GARRARD, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician in MONTGOMERY, Alabama. 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
701
Medicare Part D claims · 146 beneficiaries · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician avg: 179
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 11% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$607.06
30 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

RALPH GARRARD, MD filed 701 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician in MONTGOMERY, Alabama, prescribing 89% generic.

701
Part D claims, 2023
89%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

RALPH GARRARD, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

701 Top 29% higher than 71% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

RALPH GARRARD, MD 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).

What does the federal data show about RALPH GARRARD, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/14/2006

NPI 1063481083

Primary specialty

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

Mid-sized

44,313 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

701 292% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 179

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician share within Alabama

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Obstetrics & Gynecology 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).

RALPH GARRARD, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider practicing in MONTGOMERY, Alabama, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1063481083. 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.

RALPH GARRARD, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 287 MITYLENE PARK DR, MONTGOMERY, AL, 36117, with a listed phone of (334) 290-4200. NPI 1063481083 was issued on 03/14/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GARRARD 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 701 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 146 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $80K in drug spend, split 11% brand-name and 89% generic by claim count. 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 & Gynecology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 44,313 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 179 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

287 MITYLENE PARK DR
MONTGOMERY, AL 36117

Provider Details

NPI 1063481083
Specialty Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/14/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where RALPH GARRARD, MD 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.

PHYSICIANS FOR WOMEN
MONTGOMERY, AL

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 RALPH GARRARD, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$607

Largest payer

Radius Health, 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

RALPH GARRARD, MD — brand share 11.0%
Specialty average (est.)

11% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 701 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.

701
Total Claims
$80K
Total Drug Cost
146
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,357
Total Day Supply
39,161
Brand vs Generic
11% brand / 89% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$46K
Generic Drug Cost
$34K
Antibiotic Claims
23

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
69.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.73
Gender Split
100% female / 0% male

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
159
Ibandronate Sodium
125
Raloxifene Hcl
107
Escitalopram Oxalate
26
Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
25
Estradiol (Twice Weekly)
Estradiol
20
Alendronate Sodium
18
Myrbetriq
Mirabegron
16
Clobetasol Propionate
15
Nystatin-Triamcinolone
Nystatin/Triamcinolone Acet
12

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Overview

How RALPH GARRARD, MD fits within the Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician landscape nationally.

44,313
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician
179
Avg Claims per Provider

RALPH GARRARD, MD's 701 claims are above the specialty average of 179.

Nearby Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Providers in Alabama

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RALPH GARRARD, MD's specialty?
RALPH GARRARD, MD specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician and practices in MONTGOMERY, Alabama. Credentials: MD.
How much does RALPH GARRARD, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, RALPH GARRARD, MD wrote 701 Medicare Part D claims totaling $80K in drug costs for 146 beneficiaries.
Where is RALPH GARRARD, MD located?
RALPH GARRARD, MD is located at 287 MITYLENE PARK DR, MONTGOMERY, AL, 36117. Phone: (334) 290-4200.
What is RALPH GARRARD, MD's NPI number?
RALPH GARRARD, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063481083, issued on 03/14/2006.
Does RALPH GARRARD, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
RALPH GARRARD, MD's prescribing is 11% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $46K in brand drug costs.
How many Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 44,313 Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider writes 179 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does RALPH GARRARD, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, RALPH GARRARD, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Estradiol, Ibandronate Sodium, Raloxifene Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does RALPH GARRARD, MD accept Medicare?
RALPH GARRARD, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 701 Part D claims and 146 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify RALPH GARRARD, MD's credentials?
RALPH GARRARD, MD's NPI is 1063481083 with credentials MD. 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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