Scott Appell, M.D.
NPI 1891715918 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Vestavia, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Appell, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Vestavia, AL (NPI 1891715918).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891715918
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13579 (AL)
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
1,697 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 | 365 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 251 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 227 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 140 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 88 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 83 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 652 | 318 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 402 | 257 |
| Cephalexin | 158 | 92 |
| Celecoxib | 122 | 26 |
| Methylprednisolone | 112 | 101 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 101 | 70 |
| Meloxicam | 79 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,564 across 19 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
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2023-12-13
- Certified
- 2023-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Appell's NPI number?
- Scott Appell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891715918, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Appell's specialty?
- Scott Appell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Appell located?
- Scott Appell's practice location on file with NPPES is 5018 Cahaba River Rd, Vestavia, AL 35243-2317.
- What is Scott Appell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Appell is (205) 397-5200.
- Does Scott Appell accept Medicare?
- Scott Appell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Appell's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Appell's NPI (1891715918) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.