Craig Mcdonald, M.D.
NPI 1356393854 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Angleton, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Mcdonald, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Angleton, TX (NPI 1356393854).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356393854
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H4839 (TX)
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
659 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 | 282 | $66 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 182 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 120 | $61 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 27 | $63 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 19 | $1,247 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 307 | 127 |
| Methylprednisolone | 123 | 112 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 85 | 69 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 67 | 58 |
| Meloxicam | 27 | — |
| Celecoxib | 20 | — |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 18 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$172 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
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2009-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Mcdonald's NPI number?
- Craig Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356393854, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Mcdonald's specialty?
- Craig Mcdonald is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Mcdonald located?
- Craig Mcdonald's practice location on file with NPPES is 146 E Hospital Dr, Angleton, TX 77515-4169.
- What is Craig Mcdonald's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Mcdonald is (979) 849-9557.
- Does Craig Mcdonald accept Medicare?
- Craig Mcdonald is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Mcdonald's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Mcdonald's NPI (1356393854) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.