Paul Yau, MD
NPI 1205038122 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Yau, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1205038122).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205038122
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 48712 (TN)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
531 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 | 239 | $82 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis27130 | 89 | $1,151 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 65 | $42 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 33 | $1,151 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 29 | $36 |
| Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Operation Using Imaging Guidance0055T | 25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 152 | 100 |
| Celecoxib | 101 | 89 |
| Amoxicillin | 80 | 54 |
| Meloxicam | 76 | 52 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 70 | 69 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 45 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,489 across 31 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 (1)
- 1679 Veterans BlvdSevierville, TN 37862-6958Phone: (865) 690-4861Fax: (865) 673-8007
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-04
- Last updated
- 2026-02-17
- Certified
- 2026-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Yau's NPI number?
- Paul Yau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205038122, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Yau's specialty?
- Paul Yau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Yau located?
- Paul Yau's practice location on file with NPPES is 1819 Clinch Ave Ste 100, Knoxville, TN 37916-2435.
- What is Paul Yau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Yau is (865) 524-5365.
- Does Paul Yau accept Medicare?
- Paul Yau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Yau's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Yau's NPI (1205038122) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.