Edward Kissel, M.D.
NPI 1205834686 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Kissel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1205834686).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205834686
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11458 (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
20 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
1,360 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 | 407 | $81 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 299 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 114 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 88 | $30 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 71 | $24 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 452 | 138 |
| Celecoxib | 273 | 76 |
| Methocarbamol | 192 | 86 |
| Methylprednisolone | 136 | 125 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 116 | 81 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 100 | 54 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$231 across 5 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
- 2005-07-11
- Last updated
- 2023-12-29
- Certified
- 2023-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Kissel's NPI number?
- Edward Kissel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205834686, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Kissel's specialty?
- Edward Kissel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Kissel located?
- Edward Kissel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2700 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205-1248.
- What is Edward Kissel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Kissel is (205) 933-7838.
- Does Edward Kissel accept Medicare?
- Edward Kissel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Kissel's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Kissel's NPI (1205834686) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.