Thomas Spangler, MD
NPI 1578520391 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Winston-Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Spangler, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Winston-Salem, NC (NPI 1578520391).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578520391
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33602 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
763 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 209 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 134 | $118 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 117 | $59 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 37 | $237 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Medium Joint20605 | 27 | $57 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 75 | 29 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 14 |
| Gabapentin | 53 | 14 |
| Meloxicam | 51 | 19 |
| Amoxicillin | 46 | 26 |
| Pregabalin | 44 | 15 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 32 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-26
- Last updated
- 2025-08-15
- Certified
- 2025-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Spangler's NPI number?
- Thomas Spangler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578520391, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Spangler's specialty?
- Thomas Spangler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Spangler located?
- Thomas Spangler's practice location on file with NPPES is 170 Kimel Park Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27103-6946.
- What is Thomas Spangler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Spangler is (336) 768-1270.
- Does Thomas Spangler accept Medicare?
- Thomas Spangler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Spangler's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Spangler's NPI (1578520391) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.