Dale Menard, MD
NPI 1629031323 · Neurology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dale Menard, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1629031323).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629031323
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9401453 (NC)
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
905 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 | 391 | $119 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 131 | $87 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 75 | $161 |
| Nerve Conduction, 11-12 Studies95912 | 71 | $227 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study95885 | 56 | $56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 98 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clonazepam | 465 | 84 |
| Topiramate | 431 | 99 |
| Gabapentin | 368 | 112 |
| Memantine Hcl | 342 | 87 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 262 | 65 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 242 | 71 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 225 | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,153 across 62 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
- 2006-04-11
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dale Menard's NPI number?
- Dale Menard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629031323, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dale Menard's specialty?
- Dale Menard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dale Menard located?
- Dale Menard's practice location on file with NPPES is 1985 Tate Blvd Se, Hickory, NC 28602-1498.
- What is Dale Menard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dale Menard is (828) 485-2510.
- Does Dale Menard accept Medicare?
- Dale Menard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dale Menard's NPI active?
- Yes — Dale Menard's NPI (1629031323) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.