Matthew Popa, MD
NPI 1265694194 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Clayton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Popa, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Clayton, NC (NPI 1265694194).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265694194
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.121857 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
1,056 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 | 376 | $120 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 158 | $66 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 106 | $157 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 97 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 83 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 126 | 105 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 88 | 51 |
| Amoxicillin | 74 | 44 |
| Meloxicam | 61 | 36 |
| Gabapentin | 53 | 26 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 16 |
| Ibuprofen | 19 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,886 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)
- 100 Kellie DrSmithfield, NC 27577-9444Phone: (919) 934-1094
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-01
- Last updated
- 2022-04-25
- Certified
- 2022-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Popa's NPI number?
- Matthew Popa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265694194, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Popa's specialty?
- Matthew Popa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Popa located?
- Matthew Popa's practice location on file with NPPES is 2196 Nc Hwy 42 W, Clayton, NC 27520-8343.
- What is Matthew Popa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Popa is (919) 763-1050.
- Does Matthew Popa accept Medicare?
- Matthew Popa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Popa's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Popa's NPI (1265694194) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.