Edwin Spencer, M.D.
NPI 1578530275 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edwin Spencer, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1578530275).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578530275
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD36487 (TN)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
971 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 | 362 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 177 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 153 | $83 |
| Repair of Shoulder Rotator Cuff Using an Endoscope29827 | 61 | $952 |
| Shaving of Part of Shoulder Bone and Repair of Ligament Using an Endoscope29826 | 54 | $151 |
| Removal of Extensive Shoulder Joint Tissue Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 201 | 127 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 97 | 96 |
| Cephalexin | 79 | 73 |
| Amoxicillin | 51 | 24 |
| Celecoxib | 42 | 21 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 28 | 26 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 26 | 26 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$268,324 across 36 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
- 2006-03-02
- Last updated
- 2025-10-06
- Certified
- 2025-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edwin Spencer's NPI number?
- Edwin Spencer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578530275, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edwin Spencer's specialty?
- Edwin Spencer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edwin Spencer located?
- Edwin Spencer's practice location on file with NPPES is 12600 Woodcove Ln, Knoxville, TN 37922-9330.
- What is Edwin Spencer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edwin Spencer is (865) 216-6860.
- Does Edwin Spencer accept Medicare?
- Edwin Spencer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edwin Spencer's NPI active?
- Yes — Edwin Spencer's NPI (1578530275) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.