Paul Dinh, M.D.
NPI 1518159961 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Orange, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Dinh, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Orange, CA (NPI 1518159961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518159961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A84161 (CA)
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
18 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
1,903 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 | 377 | $97 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 222 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 213 | $136 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 183 | $55 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, Minimum of 3 Views73110 | 162 | $46 |
| X-Ray of Finger, Minimum of 2 Views73140 | 143 | $43 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | 71 | 64 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 46 |
| Methylprednisolone | 30 | 24 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 29 | 27 |
| Meloxicam | 16 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 13 | 12 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$110 across 2 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
- 2007-08-09
- Last updated
- 2012-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Dinh's NPI number?
- Paul Dinh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518159961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Dinh's specialty?
- Paul Dinh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Dinh located?
- Paul Dinh's practice location on file with NPPES is 280 S Main St, Orange, CA 92868-3852.
- What is Paul Dinh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Dinh is (714) 634-4567.
- Does Paul Dinh accept Medicare?
- Paul Dinh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Dinh's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Dinh's NPI (1518159961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.