Paul Papajohn, D.O.
NPI 1992245179 · Specialist · Athens, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Papajohn, D.O. is a Specialist provider in Athens, AL (NPI 1992245179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992245179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2811 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
1,044 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 | 273 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 155 | $82 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 131 | $109 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 80 | $14 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 61 | $155 |
| Biopsy Or Removal of Nasal Polyp Or Tissue Using an Endoscope31237 | 56 | $314 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 170 | 85 |
| Famotidine | 149 | 54 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 149 | 77 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 101 | 41 |
| Prednisone | 69 | 64 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 55 | 32 |
| Omeprazole | 46 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$667 across 13 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
- 2017-03-07
- Last updated
- 2024-06-12
- Certified
- 2024-06-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Papajohn's NPI number?
- Paul Papajohn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992245179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Papajohn's specialty?
- Paul Papajohn is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Paul Papajohn located?
- Paul Papajohn's practice location on file with NPPES is 15232 Greenfield Dr, Athens, AL 35613-2897.
- What is Paul Papajohn's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Papajohn is (256) 233-1650.
- Does Paul Papajohn accept Medicare?
- Paul Papajohn is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Papajohn's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Papajohn's NPI (1992245179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.