Paul Beck, MD
NPI 1356322879 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orange, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Beck, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Orange, CA (NPI 1356322879).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356322879
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G56068 (CA)
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
1,148 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 | 247 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 196 | $139 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 124 | $67 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 118 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 88 | $46 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 134 | 46 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 91 | 52 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 64 | 27 |
| Celecoxib | 59 | 14 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 53 | 13 |
| Amoxicillin | 32 | 28 |
| Methocarbamol | 20 | — |
| Naproxen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$229 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2023-06-22
- Certified
- 2023-06-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Beck's NPI number?
- Paul Beck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356322879, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Beck's specialty?
- Paul Beck is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Beck located?
- Paul Beck's practice location on file with NPPES is 280 S Main St, Orange, CA 92868-3852.
- What is Paul Beck's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Beck is (714) 634-4567.
- Does Paul Beck accept Medicare?
- Paul Beck is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Beck's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Beck's NPI (1356322879) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.