Robert Appling, D.P.M.
NPI 1033432521 · Foot Surgery Podiatrist · Southaven, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Appling, D.P.M. is a Foot Surgery Podiatrist provider in Southaven, MS (NPI 1033432521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033432521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Foot Surgery PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- D.P.M.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- DPM721 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
1,216 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 381 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 358 | $82 |
| X-Ray of Foot, 2 Views73620 | 226 | $24 |
| Permanent Removal Fingernail Or Toenail11750 | 57 | $130 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 43 | $40 |
| Routine Foot Care By a Physician of a Diabetic Patient With Diabetic Sensory Neuropathy Resulting in a Loss of Protective Sensation (lops) to Include, the Local Care of Superficial Wounds (i.e. Superficial to Muscle and Fascia) and at Least the Following IG0247 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Terbinafine Hcl | 146 | 98 |
| Methylprednisolone | 102 | 93 |
| Mupirocin | 102 | 92 |
| Cephalexin | 83 | 80 |
| Ketoconazole | 72 | 45 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 53 | 23 |
| Silver Sulfadiazine | 50 | 45 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$227 across 2 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
- 2010-03-11
- Last updated
- 2017-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Appling's NPI number?
- Robert Appling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033432521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Appling's specialty?
- Robert Appling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Foot Surgery Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Robert Appling located?
- Robert Appling's practice location on file with NPPES is 5779 Getwell Rd, Southaven, MS 38672-6347.
- What is Robert Appling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Appling is (662) 470-5029.
- Does Robert Appling accept Medicare?
- Robert Appling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Appling's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Appling's NPI (1033432521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.