William Barnes, MD
NPI 1972543973 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Macon, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Barnes, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Macon, GA (NPI 1972543973).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972543973
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 026449 (GA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
647 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 | 131 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 114 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 108 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 59 | $119 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 57 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 231 | 106 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 136 | 74 |
| Methylprednisolone | 120 | 103 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 105 | 65 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 88 | 45 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 56 | 20 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 6 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)
- 4660 Riverside Park BlvdMacon, GA 31210-1395Phone: (478) 474-2114Fax: (478) 474-5043
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-07
- Last updated
- 2024-05-14
- Certified
- 2024-05-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Barnes's NPI number?
- William Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972543973, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Barnes's specialty?
- William Barnes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Barnes located?
- William Barnes's practice location on file with NPPES is 1625 Hardeman Ave, Macon, GA 31201-1417.
- What is William Barnes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Barnes is (478) 474-2114.
- Does William Barnes accept Medicare?
- William Barnes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Barnes's NPI active?
- Yes — William Barnes's NPI (1972543973) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.