R. Saunders, M.D.
NPI 1518994441 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Sparta, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
R. Saunders, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Sparta, TN (NPI 1518994441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518994441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J2779 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
377 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 | 111 | $81 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 84 | $55 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 43 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 43 | $109 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 25 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 41 | 26 |
| Mupirocin | 40 | 38 |
| Lorazepam | 40 | 33 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 22 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 24 | 14 |
| Gabapentin | 19 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$463 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
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2014-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is R. Saunders's NPI number?
- R. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518994441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is R. Saunders's specialty?
- R. Saunders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is R. Saunders located?
- R. Saunders's practice location on file with NPPES is 423 Sewell Dr, Sparta, TN 38583-1223.
- What is R. Saunders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for R. Saunders is (931) 738-9333.
- Does R. Saunders accept Medicare?
- R. Saunders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is R. Saunders's NPI active?
- Yes — R. Saunders's NPI (1518994441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.