Jeffrey Hovater, D.O.
NPI 1639378540 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Florence, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Hovater, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Florence, AL (NPI 1639378540).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639378540
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO.971 (AL)
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
18 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
1,839 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 | 399 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 363 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 205 | $114 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 149 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 114 | $30 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 92 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 387 | 140 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 308 | 208 |
| Cephalexin | 110 | 61 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 106 | 92 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 103 | 85 |
| Gabapentin | 87 | 67 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 84 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55 across 3 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)
- 104 Physicians Dr Ste CMuscle Shoals, AL 35661-2100Phone: (256) 718-3200Fax: (256) 246-3297
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-12
- Last updated
- 2021-09-01
- Certified
- 2021-09-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Hovater's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Hovater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639378540, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Hovater's specialty?
- Jeffrey Hovater is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Hovater located?
- Jeffrey Hovater's practice location on file with NPPES is 1751 Veterans Dr Ste 300, Florence, AL 35630-4930.
- What is Jeffrey Hovater's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Hovater is (256) 718-3200.
- Does Jeffrey Hovater accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Hovater is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Hovater's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Hovater's NPI (1639378540) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.