Duane Tippets, D.O.
NPI 1093011991 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Anniston, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Duane Tippets, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Anniston, AL (NPI 1093011991).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093011991
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO1260 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
1,700 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 438 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 277 | $82 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 177 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 152 | $116 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 74 | $13 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 121 | 66 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 106 | 66 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 105 | 50 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 83 | 62 |
| Gabapentin | 81 | 40 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 70 | 42 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 56 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$207 across 7 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
- 2011-02-10
- Last updated
- 2023-04-24
- Certified
- 2023-04-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Duane Tippets's NPI number?
- Duane Tippets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093011991, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Duane Tippets's specialty?
- Duane Tippets is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Duane Tippets located?
- Duane Tippets's practice location on file with NPPES is 731 Leighton Ave, Anniston, AL 36207-5761.
- What is Duane Tippets's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Duane Tippets is (256) 236-4121.
- Does Duane Tippets accept Medicare?
- Duane Tippets is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Duane Tippets's NPI active?
- Yes — Duane Tippets's NPI (1093011991) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.