Craig Arntz, MD
NPI 1942271994 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Renton, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Arntz, MD is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Renton, WA (NPI 1942271994).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942271994
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00021237 (WA)
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
1,269 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 430 | $139 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 286 | $40 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 190 | $72 |
| Prosthetic Repair of Shoulder Joint, Total Shoulder23472 | 78 | $1,549 |
| Mri Scan of Arm Joint Without Contrast73221 | 72 | $181 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 38 | 22 |
| Amoxicillin | 25 | 15 |
| Meloxicam | 21 | 16 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 12 | — |
| Prednisone | 12 | 12 |
| Diazepam | 11 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
- 2006-01-29
- Last updated
- 2011-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Arntz's NPI number?
- Craig Arntz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942271994, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Arntz's specialty?
- Craig Arntz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Arntz located?
- Craig Arntz's practice location on file with NPPES is 4011 Talbot Rd S, Renton, WA 98055-5773.
- What is Craig Arntz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Arntz is (425) 656-5060.
- Does Craig Arntz accept Medicare?
- Craig Arntz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Arntz's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Arntz's NPI (1942271994) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.