Donald Atkins, MD
NPI 1245231729 · Neurological Surgery Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Donald Atkins, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1245231729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245231729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K9999 (TX)
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
1,391 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 | 356 | $85 |
| Insertion of Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Array Through Skin63650 | 296 | $296 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $121 |
| Insertion Or Replacement of Spinal Neurostimulator Generator Or Receiver63685 | 188 | $203 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 41 | $103 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 304 | 282 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 168 | 142 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 133 | 124 |
| Methocarbamol | 77 | 52 |
| Gabapentin | 77 | 25 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 49 | 40 |
| Methylprednisolone | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,069 across 292 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
- 2005-08-09
- Last updated
- 2010-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Donald Atkins's NPI number?
- Donald Atkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245231729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Donald Atkins's specialty?
- Donald Atkins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Donald Atkins located?
- Donald Atkins's practice location on file with NPPES is 4410 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229-6306.
- What is Donald Atkins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Donald Atkins is (210) 614-2453.
- Does Donald Atkins accept Medicare?
- Donald Atkins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Donald Atkins's NPI active?
- Yes — Donald Atkins's NPI (1245231729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.