Edward Hellman, MD
NPI 1548340284 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tifton, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Hellman, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Tifton, GA (NPI 1548340284).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548340284
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 045823 (GA)
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
1,320 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 286 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 282 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 158 | $84 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles20552 | 112 | $45 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 104 | $105 |
| 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 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 363 | 182 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 230 | 102 |
| Gabapentin | 211 | 103 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 116 | 47 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 84 | 63 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 79 | 54 |
| Diclofenac Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-17
- Last updated
- 2020-12-01
- Certified
- 2020-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Hellman's NPI number?
- Edward Hellman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548340284, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Hellman's specialty?
- Edward Hellman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Hellman located?
- Edward Hellman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2227 US Highway 41 N, Tifton, GA 31794.
- What is Edward Hellman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Hellman is (229) 386-5222.
- Does Edward Hellman accept Medicare?
- Edward Hellman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Hellman's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Hellman's NPI (1548340284) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.