Patrick Fernicola, M.D.
NPI 1134161995 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patrick Fernicola, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1134161995).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134161995
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 043367 (GA)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,384 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 538 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 467 | $65 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 355 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 231 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 216 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 315 | 192 |
| Meloxicam | 149 | 79 |
| Methylprednisolone | 120 | 100 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 110 | 73 |
| Mupirocin | 97 | 90 |
| Cefadroxil | 95 | 92 |
| Amoxicillin | 72 | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$544 across 9 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 512 N Shady LnDothan, AL 36303-2991Phone: (334) 699-5747Fax: (334) 699-5750
- 107 Calumet Center RdLagrange, GA 30241-6705Phone: (706) 884-3274Fax: (706) 882-2940
- 117 Oakland PkwyLeesburg, GA 31763-7201Phone: (229) 420-1839Fax: (229) 483-0601
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2020-11-20
- Certified
- 2020-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patrick Fernicola's NPI number?
- Patrick Fernicola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134161995, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patrick Fernicola's specialty?
- Patrick Fernicola is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patrick Fernicola located?
- Patrick Fernicola's practice location on file with NPPES is 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909-3540.
- What is Patrick Fernicola's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patrick Fernicola is (706) 324-6661.
- Does Patrick Fernicola accept Medicare?
- Patrick Fernicola is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patrick Fernicola's NPI active?
- Yes — Patrick Fernicola's NPI (1134161995) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.