Vanda Davidson, MD
NPI 1508858184 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vanda Davidson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1508858184).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508858184
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 012793 (LA)
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
517 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 | 320 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 97 | $53 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 27 | $67 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 25 | $43 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 19 | $106 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 367 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 80 | 22 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 72 | 19 |
| Gabapentin | 53 | 16 |
| Pregabalin | 48 | — |
| Ibuprofen | 47 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$64 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
- 2005-08-18
- Last updated
- 2008-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vanda Davidson's NPI number?
- Vanda Davidson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508858184, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vanda Davidson's specialty?
- Vanda Davidson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vanda Davidson located?
- Vanda Davidson's practice location on file with NPPES is 201 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301-8421.
- What is Vanda Davidson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vanda Davidson is (318) 443-4514.
- Does Vanda Davidson accept Medicare?
- Vanda Davidson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vanda Davidson's NPI active?
- Yes — Vanda Davidson's NPI (1508858184) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.