David Edwards, M.D.
NPI 1730253220 · Specialist · Athens, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Edwards, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Athens, GA (NPI 1730253220).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730253220
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 026511 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
2,343 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 993 | $4 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 573 | $8 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 328 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $90 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 78 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 74 | $165 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 110 | 48 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 62 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 50 | 47 |
| Methylprednisolone | 37 | 33 |
| Omeprazole | 33 | 13 |
| Famotidine | 31 | 11 |
| Meclizine Hcl | 22 | 18 |
| Cephalexin | 21 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$61 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)
- 1995 N Park Pl SeSte 550Atlanta, GA 30339-7801Phone: (770) 438-6318Fax: (770) 438-2185
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Edwards's NPI number?
- David Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730253220, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Edwards's specialty?
- David Edwards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is David Edwards located?
- David Edwards's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Hawthorne Ave Ste O, Athens, GA 30606-2168.
- What is David Edwards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Edwards is (678) 689-1100.
- Does David Edwards accept Medicare?
- David Edwards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Edwards's NPI active?
- Yes — David Edwards's NPI (1730253220) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.