Thomas Darden, M.D.
NPI 1992779946 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Albany, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Darden, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Albany, GA (NPI 1992779946).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992779946
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 035846 (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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,496 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 | 458 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 190 | $52 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 171 | $36 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 136 | $65 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 85 | $104 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 165 | 72 |
| Meloxicam | 155 | 87 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 133 | 79 |
| Prednisone | 131 | 112 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 94 | 30 |
| Gabapentin | 57 | 21 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 53 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$284 across 7 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)
- 910 N 5th StCordele, GA 31015-3254Phone: (229) 276-2286
- 902 N 7th StCordele, GA 31015-3234Phone: (229) 276-2185
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-15
- Last updated
- 2021-04-12
- Certified
- 2021-04-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Darden's NPI number?
- Thomas Darden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992779946, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Darden's specialty?
- Thomas Darden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Darden located?
- Thomas Darden's practice location on file with NPPES is 619 Pointe North Blvd, Albany, GA 31721-1514.
- What is Thomas Darden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Darden is (229) 883-4707.
- Does Thomas Darden accept Medicare?
- Thomas Darden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Darden's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Darden's NPI (1992779946) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.