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Dr. Paul Kerner, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Durham, NC
- NPI 1639160393
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.4 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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120 William Penn Plz
Durham, NC 277042150
(919) 220-5255
fax (919) 220-6971
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 16, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2008-00627
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639160393. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,134
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$77,848
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 285 | 201 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 197 | 185 | $121 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 172 | 120 | $32 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 139 | 53 | $7 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 65 | 59 | $67 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 49 | 41 | $33 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 49 | 39 | $36 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 46 | 39 | $44 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 46 | 46 | $105 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 32 | 32 | $153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in this city , average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$404
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $403.65 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
75
Patients
44
Total drug cost
$305
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 61 | 30 | $209 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 14 | 14 | $96 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Kerner's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Kerner practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Durham, NC.
Where does Dr. Paul Kerner practice?
Dr. Paul Kerner practices at 120 William Penn Plz, Durham, NC 277042150. Office phone: 9192205255.
What is Dr. Paul Kerner's NPI?
Dr. Paul Kerner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639160393, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Kerner accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Kerner accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Kerner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73630). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.