Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. George Azar, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Columbus, NC
- NPI 1164576369
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
89 W Mills St, Ste A
Columbus, NC 287229450
(828) 894-3718 - Mailing address
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Po Box 19305
Charlotte, NC 282199305
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 15, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2006-01896
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164576369. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,543
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$195,195
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,416 | 222 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 634 | 376 | $85 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 340 | 227 | $65 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 206 | 206 | $105 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 124 | 93 | $32 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 121 | 115 | $44 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 116 | 98 | $44 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 103 | 101 | $37 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 63 | 61 | $39 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 49 | 25 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Columbus Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 136. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$94
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $26.10 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $19.53 | |
| Solventum Corporation | 1 | $17.41 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $15.73 | |
| Biotissue Holdings INC. | 1 | $15.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
469
Patients
282
Total drug cost
$7,001
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 207 | 101 | $1,094 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 150 | 82 | $4,400 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 70 | 69 | $698 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 14 | $695 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 18 | 16 | $114 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. George Azar's medical specialty?
Dr. George Azar practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Columbus, NC.
Where does Dr. George Azar practice?
Dr. George Azar practices at 89 W Mills St, Columbus, NC 287229450. Office phone: 8288943718.
What is Dr. George Azar's NPI?
Dr. George Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164576369, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. George Azar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. George Azar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. George Azar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.