Charles Ware, M.D.
NPI 1881689834 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Mishawaka, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Ware, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Mishawaka, IN (NPI 1881689834).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881689834
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01041995 (IN)
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
20 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
566 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 209 | $79 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 80 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 49 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 49 | $109 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 36 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 128 | 56 |
| Amoxicillin | 66 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 55 | 21 |
| Cephalexin | 39 | 37 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 31 | 15 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 30 | 15 |
| Diazepam | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$62 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-15
- Last updated
- 2008-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Ware's NPI number?
- Charles Ware's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881689834, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Ware's specialty?
- Charles Ware is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Ware located?
- Charles Ware's practice location on file with NPPES is 270 E Day Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545-3444.
- What is Charles Ware's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Ware is (574) 271-5151.
- Does Charles Ware accept Medicare?
- Charles Ware is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Ware's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Ware's NPI (1881689834) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.