David Sneller, M.D.
NPI 1265413678 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Ames, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Sneller, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Ames, IA (NPI 1265413678).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265413678
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33483 (IA)
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
2,121 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 | 1,381 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 317 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 184 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $117 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 70 | $1,146 |
| 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 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 220 | 123 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 107 | 74 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 88 | 78 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 78 | 60 |
| Cefadroxil | 75 | 69 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 36 | 21 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2005-11-11
- Last updated
- 2021-02-01
- Certified
- 2021-02-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Sneller's NPI number?
- David Sneller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265413678, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Sneller's specialty?
- David Sneller is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Sneller located?
- David Sneller's practice location on file with NPPES is 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-3014.
- What is David Sneller's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Sneller is (515) 239-4475.
- Does David Sneller accept Medicare?
- David Sneller is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Sneller's NPI active?
- Yes — David Sneller's NPI (1265413678) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.