Michael Hames, M.D.
NPI 1407167570 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Wichita Falls, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Hames, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Wichita Falls, TX (NPI 1407167570).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407167570
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q4971 (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
16 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
1,655 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 | 495 | $121 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 253 | $69 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 206 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 131 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 99 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 305 | 98 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 237 | 128 |
| Celecoxib | 204 | 85 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 126 | 62 |
| Methylprednisolone | 102 | 84 |
| Gabapentin | 70 | 28 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 64 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$68 across 1 record (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
- 2010-06-23
- Last updated
- 2016-07-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Hames's NPI number?
- Michael Hames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407167570, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Hames's specialty?
- Michael Hames is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Hames located?
- Michael Hames's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 W Medical Ct, Wichita Falls, TX 76310-1767.
- What is Michael Hames's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Hames is (940) 689-9664.
- Does Michael Hames accept Medicare?
- Michael Hames is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Hames's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Hames's NPI (1407167570) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.