Craig Bierer, D.O.
NPI 1518043959 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Oxford, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Bierer, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Oxford, OH (NPI 1518043959).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518043959
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 34.008396 (OH)
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
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
2,192 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 | 467 | $88 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 461 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 300 | $123 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 173 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 95 | $33 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 83 | $44 |
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 | 505 | 186 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 292 | 155 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 277 | 124 |
| Prednisone | 165 | 103 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 139 | 115 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 123 | 59 |
| Methocarbamol | 89 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$97 across 5 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
- 2006-10-27
- Last updated
- 2023-10-18
- Certified
- 2023-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Bierer's NPI number?
- Craig Bierer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518043959, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Bierer's specialty?
- Craig Bierer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Bierer located?
- Craig Bierer's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 N Locust St, Oxford, OH 45056-1192.
- What is Craig Bierer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Bierer is (513) 523-2663.
- Does Craig Bierer accept Medicare?
- Craig Bierer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Bierer's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Bierer's NPI (1518043959) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.