Charles Schumacher, MD
NPI 1447544465 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Schumacher, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1447544465).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447544465
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L-247927 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,543 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, 1-2 Views73560 | 426 | $28 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 361 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 308 | $80 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 297 | $28 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 284 | $113 |
| Destruction of Peripheral Nerve Or Branch64640 | 181 | $130 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 340 | 222 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 270 | 206 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 264 | 227 |
| Meloxicam | 151 | 61 |
| Mupirocin | 107 | 96 |
| Amoxicillin | 97 | 50 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 66 | 63 |
| Enoxaparin Sodium | 61 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$474 across 10 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200Phone: (650) 723-2325
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-07
- Last updated
- 2019-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Schumacher's NPI number?
- Charles Schumacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447544465, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Schumacher's specialty?
- Charles Schumacher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Schumacher located?
- Charles Schumacher's practice location on file with NPPES is 19343 Sunshine Ave, Covington, LA 70433-5160.
- What is Charles Schumacher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Schumacher is (985) 892-5117.
- Does Charles Schumacher accept Medicare?
- Charles Schumacher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Schumacher's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Schumacher's NPI (1447544465) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.