DR. GAINES WARDLAW HAMMOND JR. M.D.
NPI 1922168830
Urology in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Q: What is Gaines Hammond's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gaines Hammond is 1922168830. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 11, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Gaines Wardlaw Hammond MD.

Q: What is Gaines Hammond's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gaines Hammond was last updated on January 24, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since December 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

320 RACETRACK RD NW STE 100C, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32547(850) 863-0883(850) 862-0188 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 24, 2023, Oct 29, 2020, Feb 27, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Gaines Wardlaw Hammond Jr. M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. GAINES WARDLAW HAMMOND JR. M.D. (NPI 1922168830) is an individual urology provider in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME130427) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Alexius Health, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922168830

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208800000X

Provider Legal NameDR. GAINES WARDLAW HAMMOND JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address320 RACETRACK RD NW STE 100CFort Walton Beach, FL 32547-1796

Mailing Address320 Racetrack Rd Nw Ste 100cFort Walton Beach, FL 32547-1796 · (850) 863-0883 · Fax (850) 862-0188

Phone(850) 863-0883

Fax(850) 862-0188

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1974

Enumeration DateDecember 11, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 24, 2023

✔ NPI 1922168830 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208800000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME130427✔ Licensed in TX · P1320✔ Licensed in SC · 9896

Definition

A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.

320 RACETRACK RD NW STE 100C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Gaines Wardlaw Hammond Md

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid019470200FL

Medicaid098968SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Molina Healthcare, Sanford Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Gaines Wardlaw Hammond Jr. M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3173414125

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040324000021, I20260610001300

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Gaines Hammond reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

367 mi

Rural Health

1000 PINE STREET WEST
Varnville, SC 29944

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
212 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033175344 (803) 943-5228

Mcleod Physician Associates II

473 mi

Urgent Care

3015 WEST PALMETTO STREET
Florence, SC 29501

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
878 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1104035492 (843) 777-6870

St. Alexius Medical Center

1,359 mi

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

900 E BROADWAY AVE
Bismarck, ND 58501

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
616 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1629121074 (701) 530-7000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

121 services98 patients

Automated urinalysis test 81003

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

115 services99 patients

Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798

Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.

36 services35 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

32 services32 patients

Insertion of stent in ureter using an endoscope 52332

This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube (stent) in your body's drainage system to help urine flow from the kidneys to the bladder. An endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, is used for precise placement.

31 services29 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

31 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Chi St Alexius Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Bismarck, ND

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number350002

Location900 E BroadwayBismarck, ND 58501 · Burleigh County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number420067

Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hampton Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Varnville, SC

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420072

Location595 West Carolina AvenueVarnville, SC 29944 · Hampton County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32547 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LIANA CUTTIE

Nurse Practitioner

320 RACETRACK RD NW STE 100C
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32547

Okaloosa County (850) 863-0883

DR. SERGIO G MOREIRA JR. M.D.

Urology

320 RACETRACK RD NW STE 100C
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32547

Okaloosa County (850) 863-3463

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Gaines Hammond's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gaines Hammond is 1922168830. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 11, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Gaines Wardlaw Hammond MD.

Where is Gaines Hammond located?

Gaines Hammond practices at 320 Racetrack Rd NW Ste 100C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547. The listed phone number is (850) 863-0883.

What is Gaines Hammond's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Gaines Hammond enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gaines Hammond is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Gaines Hammond's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gaines Hammond reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (Varnville, SC), Mcleod Physician Associates II (Florence, SC) and St. Alexius Medical Center (Bismarck, ND). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Gaines Hammond's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Gaines Hammond accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Molina Healthcare, Sanford Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Gaines Hammond as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Gaines Hammond affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gaines Hammond is affiliated with Chi St Alexius Health, Beaufort County Memorial Hospital and Hampton Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gaines Hammond was last updated on January 24, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.