William Sims, MD
NPI 1720191554 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Coeur D Alene, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Sims, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Coeur D Alene, ID (NPI 1720191554).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720191554
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M8463 (ID)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
867 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 Knee, 3 Views73562 | 137 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 123 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 121 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 99 | $32 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 91 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
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 | 122 | 101 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 55 | 52 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 52 | 36 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 50 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin | 38 | 23 |
| Methocarbamol | 28 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-16
- Last updated
- 2025-03-11
- Certified
- 2025-03-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Sims's NPI number?
- William Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720191554, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Sims's specialty?
- William Sims is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Sims located?
- William Sims's practice location on file with NPPES is 850 W Ironwood Dr Ste 202, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-4903.
- What is William Sims's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Sims is (208) 664-2175.
- Does William Sims accept Medicare?
- William Sims is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Sims's NPI active?
- Yes — William Sims's NPI (1720191554) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.