Edward Akelman, M.D.
NPI 1588644629 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Akelman, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Providence, RI (NPI 1588644629).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588644629
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 6513 (RI)
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
900 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 283 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $91 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 110 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 100 | $110 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 53 | $46 |
| Incision of Tendon Covering of Finger26055 | 41 | $241 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-17
- Last updated
- 2014-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Akelman's NPI number?
- Edward Akelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588644629, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Akelman's specialty?
- Edward Akelman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Akelman located?
- Edward Akelman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2 Dudley St, Providence, RI 02905-3236.
- What is Edward Akelman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Akelman is (401) 457-2190.
- Does Edward Akelman accept Medicare?
- Edward Akelman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Akelman's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Akelman's NPI (1588644629) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.