Kevin Kessler, MD
NPI 1619943594 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Ft Lauderdale, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kevin Kessler, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Ft Lauderdale, FL (NPI 1619943594).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619943594
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME0060548 (FL)
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
11,330 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 5,154 | $23 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 2,242 | $19 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 868 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 859 | $92 |
| Therapy Procedure to Re-Educate Brain-To-Nerve-To-Muscle Function, Each 15 Minutes97112 | 290 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 307 | 139 |
| Methylprednisolone | 220 | 164 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 189 | 117 |
| Celecoxib | 116 | 63 |
| Ibuprofen | 115 | 51 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 100 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 96 | 72 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 92 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,009 across 20 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2020-08-17
- Certified
- 2020-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kevin Kessler's NPI number?
- Kevin Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619943594, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kevin Kessler's specialty?
- Kevin Kessler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kevin Kessler located?
- Kevin Kessler's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 E Cypress Creek Rd Ste 304, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33334-3522.
- What is Kevin Kessler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kevin Kessler is (954) 491-7758.
- Does Kevin Kessler accept Medicare?
- Kevin Kessler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kevin Kessler's NPI active?
- Yes — Kevin Kessler's NPI (1619943594) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.