Robert Schaefer, MD
NPI 1932195393 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Schaefer, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1932195393).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932195393
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301061042 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,405 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 | 351 | $86 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 240 | $69 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 118 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 114 | $106 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 80 | $158 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 284 | 115 |
| Prednisone | 243 | 185 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 234 | 113 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 227 | 83 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 77 | 58 |
| Cephalexin | 55 | 40 |
| Meloxicam | 34 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,847 across 14 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)
- 9 Haywood Office Park Ste 103Waynesville, NC 28785-6992Phone: (828) 258-8800Fax: (828) 258-0416
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2022-08-24
- Certified
- 2022-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Schaefer's NPI number?
- Robert Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932195393, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Schaefer's specialty?
- Robert Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Schaefer located?
- Robert Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 129 Mcdowell St, Asheville, NC 28801-4434.
- What is Robert Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Schaefer is (828) 258-8800.
- Does Robert Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Robert Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Schaefer's NPI (1932195393) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.