Ronald Summers, MD
NPI 1730183559 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Summers, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1730183559).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730183559
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01077 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
860 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 | 235 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 215 | $120 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 125 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 56 | $31 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 60 | 24 |
| Gabapentin | 37 | 22 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 32 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 31 | 27 |
| Meloxicam | 27 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$171 across 7 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)
- 110 Kildaire Park DrCary, NC 27518-8162Phone: (919) 235-0616Fax: (919) 235-0610
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-09
- Last updated
- 2023-02-23
- Certified
- 2023-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Summers's NPI number?
- Ronald Summers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730183559, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Summers's specialty?
- Ronald Summers is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Summers located?
- Ronald Summers's practice location on file with NPPES is 3009 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC 27610-1214.
- What is Ronald Summers's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Summers is (919) 232-5020.
- Does Ronald Summers accept Medicare?
- Ronald Summers is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Summers's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Summers's NPI (1730183559) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.