Paul Baldwin, M.D.
NPI 1578884409 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Baldwin, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1578884409).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578884409
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD458501 (PA)
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
16 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
181 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 | 39 | $120 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 34 | $77 |
| X-Ray of Thigh Bone, Minimum 2 Views73552 | 25 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 17 | $23 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 34 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 23 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 28 | 26 |
| Celecoxib | 16 | 11 |
| Methocarbamol | 16 | 14 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 15 | — |
| Ibuprofen | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$74 across 3 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
- 2010-06-15
- Last updated
- 2016-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Baldwin's NPI number?
- Paul Baldwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578884409, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Baldwin's specialty?
- Paul Baldwin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Baldwin located?
- Paul Baldwin's practice location on file with NPPES is 9104 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-5818.
- What is Paul Baldwin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Baldwin is (412) 748-7444.
- Does Paul Baldwin accept Medicare?
- Paul Baldwin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Baldwin's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Baldwin's NPI (1578884409) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.