Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bruce Darden, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Charlotte, NC
- NPI 1780666172
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2001 Randolph RD
Charlotte, NC 282071215
(704) 323-2000 - Mailing address
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4601 Park RD, Ste 300
Charlotte, NC 282093239
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 12, 2010
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #27365
- Medicaid (2)
- NC #8926998 · SC #N27365
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780666172. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
729
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$73,718
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 382 | 210 | $123 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 129 | 121 | $38 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 72 | 54 | $87 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 53 | 52 | $118 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 40 | 40 | $160 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 29 | 28 | $38 | |
72141 |
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast | 13 | 13 | $111 | |
72070 |
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views | 11 | 11 | $32 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in Charlotte Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$308
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, INC. | 1 | $159.96 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $147.70 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
752
Patients
353
Total drug cost
$5,932
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 161 | 60 | $695 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 135 | 77 | $354 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 107 | 36 | $1,005 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 88 | 43 | $668 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 61 | 35 | $450 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 54 | 49 | $439 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 38 | 26 | $164 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 30 | 0 | $220 |
| Calcitonin-Salmon (Calcitonin,Salmon,Synthetic) | Brand | 21 | 11 | $1,104 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 17 | 16 | $15 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bruce Darden's medical specialty?
Dr. Bruce Darden practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Charlotte, NC.
Where does Dr. Bruce Darden practice?
Dr. Bruce Darden practices at 2001 Randolph RD, Charlotte, NC 282071215. Office phone: 7043232000.
What is Dr. Bruce Darden's NPI?
Dr. Bruce Darden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780666172, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Bruce Darden commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.