Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Darrell Scales, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Braselton, GA
- NPI 1235187030
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.6 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1404 River Pl Ste 401
Braselton, GA 305175600
(770) 848-6190 - Additional location
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5875 Thompson Mill RD, Suite 280
Hoschton, GA 305484133
fax (770) 848-5367 - Mailing address
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Po Box 742616
Atlanta, GA 303742616
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 15, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #054937
- Medicaid
- GA #885647467A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235187030. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,106
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$275,679
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 440 | 258 | $66 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 420 | 249 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 233 | 181 | $122 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 190 | 181 | $43 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 119 | 119 | $159 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 103 | 86 | $85 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 92 | 85 | $43 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 84 | 24 | $127 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 68 | 66 | $1,229 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 66 | 66 | $107 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Braselton Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,260
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 6 | $850.77 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 4 | $193.10 | |
| United Orthopedics LLC | 1 | $111.24 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $41.20 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $22.51 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $21.58 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $20.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,078
Patients
857
Total drug cost
$9,261
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 193 | 181 | $2,552 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 192 | 124 | $2,231 |
| Cefadroxil | Generic | 155 | 147 | $1,107 |
| Jantoven (Warfarin Sodium) | Brand | 110 | 106 | $616 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 110 | 101 | $576 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 81 | 35 | $414 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 69 | 56 | $701 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 64 | 47 | $58 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 21 | $83 |
| Warfarin Sodium | Generic | 24 | 23 | $78 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Darrell Scales's medical specialty?
Dr. Darrell Scales practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Braselton, GA.
Where does Dr. Darrell Scales practice?
Dr. Darrell Scales practices at 1404 River Pl Ste 401, Braselton, GA 305175600. Office phone: 7708486190.
What is Dr. Darrell Scales's NPI?
Dr. Darrell Scales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235187030, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Darrell Scales accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Darrell Scales accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Darrell Scales commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.