Craig Lippe, MD
NPI 1578504106 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Whiteville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Lippe, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Whiteville, NC (NPI 1578504106).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578504106
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006-01091 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,265 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 | 464 | $123 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 222 | $69 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 131 | $161 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 62 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 59 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Naproxen | 603 | 247 |
| Methylprednisolone | 83 | 76 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 70 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 68 | 50 |
| Ibuprofen | 59 | 29 |
| Meloxicam | 43 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 22 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39 across 2 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)
- 509 Olde Waterford WaySte 102Leland, NC 28451-4125Phone: (910) 641-8650
- 619 Jefferson StWhiteville, NC 28472-3707Phone: (910) 642-0331
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
- Certified
- 2022-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Lippe's NPI number?
- Craig Lippe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578504106, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Lippe's specialty?
- Craig Lippe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Lippe located?
- Craig Lippe's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Jefferson St, Whiteville, NC 28472-3704.
- What is Craig Lippe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Lippe is (910) 641-8625.
- Does Craig Lippe accept Medicare?
- Craig Lippe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Lippe's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Lippe's NPI (1578504106) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.