Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Frank Dipalma, DPM LTD
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Athens, GA
- NPI 1982602561
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2003 Prince Ave
Athens, GA 306066015
(706) 354-1540
fax (706) 354-8639
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 26, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #POD000591
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982602561. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,930
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$89,349
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 316 | 172 | $84 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 289 | 81 | $0 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 288 | 81 | $1 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 252 | 137 | $29 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 119 | 71 | $52 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 115 | 40 | $41 | |
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 111 | 33 | $91 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 95 | 27 | $51 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 94 | 94 | $105 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 52 | 11 | $102 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$300
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerecis Limited | 3 | $254.22 | |
| Paragon 28, Inc. | 1 | $31.17 | |
| Reprise Biomedical, Inc. | 1 | $14.54 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,019
Patients
530
Total drug cost
$96,537
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 263 | 199 | $2,291 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 185 | 92 | $3,687 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 136 | 83 | $4,429 |
| Calcipotriene | Generic | 75 | 0 | $43,040 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 64 | 33 | $413 |
| Piroxicam | Generic | 61 | 0 | $33,026 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 57 | 20 | $1,362 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 41 | 24 | $1,722 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 29 | 20 | $316 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 21 | 15 | $705 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frank Dipalma's medical specialty?
Dr. Frank Dipalma practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Frank Dipalma practice?
Dr. Frank Dipalma practices at 2003 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 306066015. Office phone: 7063541540.
What is Dr. Frank Dipalma's NPI?
Dr. Frank Dipalma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982602561, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frank Dipalma accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frank Dipalma accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frank Dipalma commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.