Bernard Kemker, MD
NPI 1558774794 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Rocky Mount, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bernard Kemker, MD is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Rocky Mount, NC (NPI 1558774794).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558774794
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1558774794 (VA)
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
12 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
2,785 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 | 451 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 368 | $123 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 213 | $46 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 181 | $74 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 176 | $25 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 379 | 127 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 127 | 93 |
| Meloxicam | 50 | 20 |
| Pregabalin | 42 | 39 |
| Lidocaine | 31 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 24 | 23 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 16 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$352 across 7 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
- 2014-06-05
- Last updated
- 2021-10-20
- Certified
- 2021-10-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bernard Kemker's NPI number?
- Bernard Kemker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558774794, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bernard Kemker's specialty?
- Bernard Kemker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bernard Kemker located?
- Bernard Kemker's practice location on file with NPPES is 110 Patrick Ct, Rocky Mount, NC 27804-8755.
- What is Bernard Kemker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bernard Kemker is (252) 443-0400.
- Does Bernard Kemker accept Medicare?
- Bernard Kemker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bernard Kemker's NPI active?
- Yes — Bernard Kemker's NPI (1558774794) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.