Chad Altmyer, MD
NPI 1952494718 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tupelo, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chad Altmyer, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Tupelo, MS (NPI 1952494718).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952494718
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 16802 (MS)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,816 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 | 507 | $113 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 199 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 160 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 137 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 134 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 484 | 150 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 103 | 56 |
| Gabapentin | 95 | 45 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 75 | 34 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 66 | 65 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 62 | 48 |
| Cephalexin | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,167 across 20 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)
- 670 Leigh DrColumbus, MS 39705-3014Phone: (662) 328-1012Fax: (662) 328-1507
- 521 S Montgomery St Ste 3Starkville, MS 39759-3337Phone: (662) 767-4200Fax: (662) 767-4201
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-02
- Last updated
- 2023-01-05
- Certified
- 2023-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chad Altmyer's NPI number?
- Chad Altmyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952494718, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chad Altmyer's specialty?
- Chad Altmyer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chad Altmyer located?
- Chad Altmyer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1211 S Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38801-6546.
- What is Chad Altmyer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chad Altmyer is (662) 767-4200.
- Does Chad Altmyer accept Medicare?
- Chad Altmyer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chad Altmyer's NPI active?
- Yes — Chad Altmyer's NPI (1952494718) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.