Chad Fortun, M D
NPI 1619119252 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chad Fortun, M D is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1619119252).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619119252
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-01168 (NC)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,187 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 | 436 | $119 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 180 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 113 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 112 | $156 |
| X-Ray of Both Hips, 3-4 Views73522 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 947 | 262 |
| Methylprednisolone | 59 | 52 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 19 |
| Celecoxib | 17 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 15 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$251 across 6 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 (1)
- 1717 Shipyard Blvd Ste 350Wilmington, NC 28403Phone: (910) 799-0110Fax: (910) 799-1958
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-03-28
- Last updated
- 2020-01-14
- Certified
- 2020-01-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chad Fortun's NPI number?
- Chad Fortun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619119252, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chad Fortun's specialty?
- Chad Fortun is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chad Fortun located?
- Chad Fortun's practice location on file with NPPES is 1202 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401-7307.
- What is Chad Fortun's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chad Fortun is (910) 341-3300.
- Does Chad Fortun accept Medicare?
- Chad Fortun is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chad Fortun's NPI active?
- Yes — Chad Fortun's NPI (1619119252) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.