George Williams, M.D.
NPI 1942231865 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Opelousas, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Williams, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Opelousas, LA (NPI 1942231865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942231865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 021658 (LA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,302 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 | 569 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 483 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 184 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 146 | $159 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 113 | $13 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 109 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 264 | 124 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 170 | 89 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 135 | 63 |
| Meloxicam | 112 | 53 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 107 | 50 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 68 | 25 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 55 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$228 across 4 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 (2)
- 1625 Wolf CirLake Charles, LA 70605-2348Phone: (337) 948-8556
- 250 Beglis Pkwy Ste 3Sulphur, LA 70663-3503Phone: (337) 948-8556
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2021-01-07
- Certified
- 2021-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Williams's NPI number?
- George Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942231865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Williams's specialty?
- George Williams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Williams located?
- George Williams's practice location on file with NPPES is 1233 Wayne Gilmore Circle, Opelousas, LA 70570.
- What is George Williams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Williams is (337) 948-8556.
- Does George Williams accept Medicare?
- George Williams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Williams's NPI active?
- Yes — George Williams's NPI (1942231865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.