Carson Fairbanks, M.D.
NPI 1528324118 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Fort Worth, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carson Fairbanks, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Fort Worth, TX (NPI 1528324118).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528324118
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q7686 (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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
624 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 | 198 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 119 | $124 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 84 | $51 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 64 | $109 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 39 | $53 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 63 | 32 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 57 | 30 |
| Methocarbamol | 52 | 21 |
| Methylprednisolone | 44 | 41 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 43 | 42 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 29 |
| Calcitonin,salmon,syntheticbrand: Calcitonin-Salmon | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,936 across 21 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 (2)
- 640 Keller Parkway Suite 100Keller, TX 76248-2559Phone: (817) 854-9969Fax: (833) 604-0854
- 925 Hilltop Dr Ste 101Weatherford, TX 76086-5890Phone: (817) 854-9969
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-09
- Last updated
- 2026-03-17
- Certified
- 2026-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carson Fairbanks's NPI number?
- Carson Fairbanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528324118, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carson Fairbanks's specialty?
- Carson Fairbanks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carson Fairbanks located?
- Carson Fairbanks's practice location on file with NPPES is 5900 Altamesa Blvd Ste 100, Fort Worth, TX 76132-5475.
- What is Carson Fairbanks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carson Fairbanks is (817) 854-9969.
- Does Carson Fairbanks accept Medicare?
- Carson Fairbanks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carson Fairbanks's NPI active?
- Yes — Carson Fairbanks's NPI (1528324118) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.