Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Githens, D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1841636917
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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725 Welch RD
Palo Alto, CA 943041601
(650) 497-8000 - Additional location
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3601 4Th St, MS 9436
Lubbock, TX 794300002
(806) 743-2465
fax (806) 743-1155 - Mailing address
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3601 4Th St, MS 9436
Lubbock, TX 794300002
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 25, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #20A16204 · Texas #BP10046473
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841636917. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
298
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$45,523
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 139 | 86 | $48 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 46 | 40 | $92 | |
73552 |
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views | 26 | 15 | $37 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 19 | 19 | $83 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 16 | 14 | $58 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 15 | 15 | $79 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 14 | 14 | $131 | |
27245 |
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant | 12 | 12 | $1,241 | |
27236 |
Treatment of upper end of broken thigh bone with placement of stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement | 11 | 11 | $1,208 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$255
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLS-Martin L.P. | 2 | $108.81 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 1 | $97.90 | |
| Organogenesis Inc. | 1 | $28.68 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $19.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$68
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $68 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Githens's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Githens practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Thomas Githens practice?
Dr. Thomas Githens practices at 725 Welch RD, Palo Alto, CA 943041601. Office phone: 6504978000.
What is Dr. Thomas Githens's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Githens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841636917, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Githens accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Githens accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Githens commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views (HCPCS 73552). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.