Derek Watson, MD
NPI 1255524435 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derek Watson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1255524435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255524435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2008-00177 (NC)
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
18 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
1,486 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 260 | $118 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 184 | $237 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 124 | $266 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 121 | $157 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 108 | $184 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 353 | 119 |
| Pregabalin | 126 | 41 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 117 | 46 |
| Baclofen | 50 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 41 | 22 |
| Diazepam | 40 | 38 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 40 | — |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$182 across 3 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)
- 200 W Parkview Dr Ste BHenderson, NC 27536-5958Phone: (919) 562-9410Fax: (919) 562-2948
- 6602 Knightdale Blvd Ste 310Knightdale, NC 27545-6526Phone: (919) 562-9410Fax: (919) 562-2948
- 103 Professional Park Ste aOxford, NC 27565-2581Phone: (919) 562-9410Fax: (919) 562-2948
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-22
- Last updated
- 2019-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derek Watson's NPI number?
- Derek Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255524435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derek Watson's specialty?
- Derek Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Derek Watson located?
- Derek Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 11200 Governor Manly Way Ste 309, Raleigh, NC 27614-7375.
- What is Derek Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derek Watson is (919) 562-9410.
- Does Derek Watson accept Medicare?
- Derek Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derek Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Derek Watson's NPI (1255524435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.