Michael Charles, MD
NPI 1689096786 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Clovis, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Charles, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Clovis, CA (NPI 1689096786).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689096786
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A127766 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 550 | 243 |
| Methylprednisolone | 156 | 153 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 107 | 92 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 105 | 83 |
| Gabapentin | 102 | 82 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 91 | 85 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 75 | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$328 across 2 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
- 2014-01-09
- Last updated
- 2021-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Charles's NPI number?
- Michael Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689096786, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Charles's specialty?
- Michael Charles is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Charles located?
- Michael Charles's practice location on file with NPPES is 604 N Magnolia Ave Ste 100, Clovis, CA 93611-9205.
- What is Michael Charles's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Charles is (559) 320-0531.
- Does Michael Charles accept Medicare?
- Michael Charles is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Charles's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Charles's NPI (1689096786) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.