Kevin Waits, MD
NPI 1912235888 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Gainesville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kevin Waits, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Gainesville, GA (NPI 1912235888).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912235888
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
8 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,045 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 Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 159 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 95 | $34 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 88 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 87 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 82 | $117 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 60 | $249 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 207 | 122 |
| Mupirocin | 139 | 137 |
| Gabapentin | 96 | 35 |
| Methocarbamol | 63 | 53 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 60 | 41 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 47 | 36 |
| Pregabalin | 36 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,704 across 28 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 (7)
- 1270 Friendship RdBraselton, GA 30517-5608Phone: (678) 207-4600Fax: (678) 207-4601
- 1400 River PlBraselton, GA 30517-5600Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
- 835 Austin DrDemorest, GA 30535-4513Phone: (706) 754-8518Fax: (706) 754-6238
- 801 Austin DrDemorest, GA 30535-4513Phone: (706) 754-8066Fax: (706) 754-8086
- 743 Spring St NeGainesville, GA 30501-3715Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
- 1240 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Se Ste 300Gainesville, GA 30501-3861Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
- 1945 Beverly RdGainesville, GA 30501-2034Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-12-03
- Last updated
- 2025-07-24
- Certified
- 2025-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kevin Waits's NPI number?
- Kevin Waits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912235888, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kevin Waits's specialty?
- Kevin Waits is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kevin Waits located?
- Kevin Waits's practice location on file with NPPES is 655 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Se, Gainesville, GA 30501-3854.
- What is Kevin Waits's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kevin Waits is (770) 533-7288.
- Does Kevin Waits accept Medicare?
- Kevin Waits is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kevin Waits's NPI active?
- Yes — Kevin Waits's NPI (1912235888) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.