Nicholas Grimaldi, D.O.
NPI 1528080777 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Grimaldi, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1528080777).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528080777
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D01840 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
1,108 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 281 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 160 | $86 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 89 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 87 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 54 | $38 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 227 | 142 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 178 | 151 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 133 | 85 |
| Cephalexin | 84 | 78 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 64 | 58 |
| Mupirocin | 56 | 56 |
| Lidocaine | 42 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$803 across 20 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)
- 2815 W Andrew Johnson HwyMorristown, TN 37814-3216Phone: (423) 587-3480Fax: (423) 586-7821
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-24
- Last updated
- 2025-04-29
- Certified
- 2025-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Grimaldi's NPI number?
- Nicholas Grimaldi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528080777, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Grimaldi's specialty?
- Nicholas Grimaldi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Grimaldi located?
- Nicholas Grimaldi's practice location on file with NPPES is 114 Gateway Corporate Blvd Ste 240, Columbia, SC 29203-9785.
- What is Nicholas Grimaldi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Grimaldi is (803) 365-8660.
- Does Nicholas Grimaldi accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Grimaldi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Grimaldi's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Grimaldi's NPI (1528080777) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.