Michelle O'Brien, M.D.
NPI 1073956538 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle O'Brien, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1073956538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073956538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 82433 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
1,251 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 236 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 228 | $85 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 184 | $50 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 168 | $34 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 88 | $157 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 82 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 82 | 78 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 73 | 70 |
| Celecoxib | 25 | — |
| Meloxicam | 25 | 15 |
| Cephalexin | 20 | 19 |
| Prednisone | 20 | 17 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,136 across 3 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
- 2013-04-15
- Last updated
- 2024-06-13
- Certified
- 2024-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle O'Brien's NPI number?
- Michelle O'Brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073956538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle O'Brien's specialty?
- Michelle O'Brien is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michelle O'Brien located?
- Michelle O'Brien's practice location on file with NPPES is 146 E Hospital Dr Ste 140&350, West Columbia, SC 29169-4800.
- What is Michelle O'Brien's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle O'Brien is (803) 936-7230.
- Does Michelle O'Brien accept Medicare?
- Michelle O'Brien is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle O'Brien's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle O'Brien's NPI (1073956538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.