Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Hewatt Sims, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Douglas, GA
- NPI 1386653061
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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100 Doctors Dr Ste F
Douglas, GA 315332211
(912) 383-6575
fax (912) 383-6476 - Mailing address
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100 Doctors Dr, Ste I
Douglas, GA 31533
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #048965
- Medicaid
- GA #368937772C
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386653061. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
557
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$56,518
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 198 | 156 | $81 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 130 | 109 | $35 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 74 | 68 | $114 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 44 | 32 | $34 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 44 | 44 | $104 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 34 | 33 | $157 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 20 | 14 | $221 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 13 | 13 | $898 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 8.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$50,726
Transactions
29
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRECISION SPINE, INC. | 14 | $49,566.19 | |
| Spinal Simplicity, LLC | 7 | $548.25 | |
| Spineology Inc. | 4 | $485.08 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 1 | $59.82 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $27.62 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $20.93 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $17.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
412
Patients
296
Total drug cost
$4,571
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 126 | 89 | $1,422 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 77 | 64 | $320 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 75 | 52 | $258 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 63 | 46 | $1,111 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 39 | 22 | $1,357 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 32 | 23 | $103 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Hewatt Sims's medical specialty?
Dr. Hewatt Sims practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Douglas, GA.
Where does Dr. Hewatt Sims practice?
Dr. Hewatt Sims practices at 100 Doctors Dr Ste F, Douglas, GA 315332211. Office phone: 9123836575.
What is Dr. Hewatt Sims's NPI?
Dr. Hewatt Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386653061, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Hewatt Sims accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Hewatt Sims does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Hewatt Sims commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.