Philip Mcdowell, M.D.
NPI 1639217680 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Mcdowell, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1639217680).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639217680
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41969 (TN)
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
19 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
1,852 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 444 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 416 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 314 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 139 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 129 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 119 | $116 |
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 | 57 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 43 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 34 | 31 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 27 | 20 |
| Amoxicillin | 27 | 18 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 20 |
| Ibuprofen | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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)
- 1926 Alcoa HwyBldg. F, Suite 210Knoxville, TN 37920-1545Phone: (865) 546-2663Fax: (865) 546-9047
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-02
- Last updated
- 2026-01-15
- Certified
- 2026-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Mcdowell's NPI number?
- Philip Mcdowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639217680, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Mcdowell's specialty?
- Philip Mcdowell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Mcdowell located?
- Philip Mcdowell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1600 Accelerator Way Ste 200, Knoxville, TN 37920-3078.
- What is Philip Mcdowell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Mcdowell is (865) 546-2663.
- Does Philip Mcdowell accept Medicare?
- Philip Mcdowell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Mcdowell's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Mcdowell's NPI (1639217680) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.