Mark Elkus, M.D.
NPI 1366515033 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Elkus, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1366515033).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366515033
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 00024049 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
1,638 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 289 | $33 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 164 | $51 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 131 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 122 | $76 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 114 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 114 | $150 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 346 | 180 |
| Meloxicam | 260 | 111 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 219 | 119 |
| Methylprednisolone | 198 | 180 |
| Celecoxib | 172 | 102 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 164 | 114 |
| Cephalexin | 141 | 63 |
| Tranexamic Acid | 119 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,158 across 12 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
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2011-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Elkus's NPI number?
- Mark Elkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366515033, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Elkus's specialty?
- Mark Elkus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Elkus located?
- Mark Elkus's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 South 19th Street, Birmingham, AL 35213.
- What is Mark Elkus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Elkus is (205) 939-0610.
- Does Mark Elkus accept Medicare?
- Mark Elkus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Elkus's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Elkus's NPI (1366515033) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.