J Appleton, M.D.
NPI 1588714661 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
J Appleton, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1588714661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588714661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P2189 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,802 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 429 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 273 | $126 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 236 | $77 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 190 | $46 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 151 | $47 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 144 | $40 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 176 | 75 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 102 | 48 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 92 | 71 |
| Prednisone | 64 | 63 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 37 | 11 |
| Mupirocin | 25 | 25 |
| Amoxicillin | 21 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$371 across 8 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 (3)
- 3900 Junius StSuite 500Dallas, TX 75246-1615Phone: (214) 823-7090Fax: (214) 823-1644
- 5575 Frisco Square Blvd Ste 530Frisco, TX 75034-3303Phone: (972) 566-5255Fax: (972) 566-5236
- 4001 W 15th St Ste 180Plano, TX 75093-5836Phone: (972) 566-5255Fax: (972) 566-5236
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-11
- Last updated
- 2023-07-24
- Certified
- 2023-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is J Appleton's NPI number?
- J Appleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588714661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is J Appleton's specialty?
- J Appleton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is J Appleton located?
- J Appleton's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Forest Ln Ste C106, Dallas, TX 75230-6831.
- What is J Appleton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for J Appleton is (972) 566-5255.
- Does J Appleton accept Medicare?
- J Appleton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is J Appleton's NPI active?
- Yes — J Appleton's NPI (1588714661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.