Darrell Scales, MD
NPI 1235187030 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Braselton, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darrell Scales, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Braselton, GA (NPI 1235187030).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235187030
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 054937 (GA)
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
20 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
1,386 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 | 350 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 211 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 176 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 109 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 100 | $156 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | 205 | 189 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 184 | 126 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 156 | 137 |
| Cefadroxil | 154 | 145 |
| Warfarin Sodiumbrand: Jantoven | 124 | 119 |
| Amoxicillin | 104 | 63 |
| Meloxicam | 82 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,260 across 15 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)
- 5875 Thompson Mill RdSuite 280Hoschton, GA 30548-4133Phone: (770) 848-6190Fax: (770) 848-5367
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2020-10-15
- Certified
- 2020-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darrell Scales's NPI number?
- Darrell Scales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235187030, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darrell Scales's specialty?
- Darrell Scales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darrell Scales located?
- Darrell Scales's practice location on file with NPPES is 1404 River Pl Ste 401, Braselton, GA 30517-5600.
- What is Darrell Scales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darrell Scales is (770) 848-6190.
- Does Darrell Scales accept Medicare?
- Darrell Scales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darrell Scales's NPI active?
- Yes — Darrell Scales's NPI (1235187030) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.