Ryan Schell, M.D.
NPI 1629428578 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Schell, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1629428578).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629428578
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2021002679 (MO)
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
10 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
484 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 124 | $49 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 106 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 104 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 62 | $125 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 22 | $77 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee |
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 | 110 | 46 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 40 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 46 | 29 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 16 | — |
| Cephalexin | 13 | 12 |
| Celecoxib | 11 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$195 across 5 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
- 2016-06-21
- Last updated
- 2022-09-12
- Certified
- 2021-10-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Schell's NPI number?
- Ryan Schell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629428578, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Schell's specialty?
- Ryan Schell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Schell located?
- Ryan Schell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 Virginia Ave, Columbia, MO 65212-0001.
- What is Ryan Schell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Schell is (573) 882-2663.
- Does Ryan Schell accept Medicare?
- Ryan Schell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Schell's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Schell's NPI (1629428578) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.