Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Taylor Cates, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Carrollton, GA
- NPI 1427216449
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.6 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
150 Clinic Ave, Suite 101
Carrollton, GA 301174401
(770) 834-0873
fax (770) 834-6118
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #057587
- Medicaid
- GA #228319607A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427216449. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,831
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$119,998
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7329 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,300 | 26 | $9 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 354 | 231 | $82 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 293 | 158 | $11 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 283 | 164 | $65 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 107 | 34 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 92 | 77 | $115 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 53 | 38 | $35 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 52 | 35 | $7 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 46 | 44 | $41 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 46 | 14 | $1 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Carrollton Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 95. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$314
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 4 | $200.65 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $61.55 | |
| Ermi INC. | 1 | $51.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,470
Patients
484
Total drug cost
$17,645
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 424 | 107 | $8,197 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 390 | 119 | $4,417 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 141 | 56 | $617 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 80 | 34 | $210 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 75 | 36 | $267 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 70 | 20 | $875 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 68 | 33 | $351 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 53 | 23 | $1,182 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 39 | 16 | $232 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 25 | 20 | $225 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Taylor Cates's medical specialty?
Dr. Taylor Cates practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Carrollton, GA.
Where does Dr. Taylor Cates practice?
Dr. Taylor Cates practices at 150 Clinic Ave, Carrollton, GA 301174401. Office phone: 7708340873.
What is Dr. Taylor Cates's NPI?
Dr. Taylor Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427216449, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Taylor Cates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Taylor Cates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Taylor Cates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7329); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.