Charles Mess, M.D.
NPI 1336143205 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Columbia, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Mess, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Columbia, MD (NPI 1336143205).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336143205
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D59170 (MD)
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
21 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
2,391 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 | 610 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 312 | $137 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 306 | $78 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 208 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 164 | $51 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 146 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 68 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 50 | 36 |
| Methylprednisolone | 38 | 35 |
| Ibuprofen | 16 | 13 |
| Celecoxib | 15 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | 11 |
| Meloxicam | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,497 across 8 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
- 2005-06-09
- Last updated
- 2023-02-06
- Certified
- 2023-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Mess's NPI number?
- Charles Mess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336143205, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Mess's specialty?
- Charles Mess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Mess located?
- Charles Mess's practice location on file with NPPES is 10700 Charter Dr, Columbia, MD 21044-3631.
- What is Charles Mess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Mess is (410) 992-7800.
- Does Charles Mess accept Medicare?
- Charles Mess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Mess's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Mess's NPI (1336143205) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.