Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Akelman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Providence, RI
- NPI 1588644629
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.4 / 100 · 2023
- 48 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2 Dudley St, Suite 200
Providence, RI 029053236
(401) 457-2190
fax (401) 831-5874 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1119
Providence, RI 029011119
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 25, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1978 — 48 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Rhode Island #6513
- Medicaid
- RI #9002509
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588644629. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,156
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$73,009
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 339 | 93 | $6 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 252 | 177 | $37 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 132 | 92 | $90 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 91 | 51 | $49 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 69 | 69 | $114 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 62 | 45 | $41 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 44 | 37 | $415 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 31 | 29 | $46 | |
26055 |
Incision of tendon covering of finger | 30 | 23 | $235 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 29 | 24 | $43 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
13
Total drug cost
$145
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 15 | 13 | $145 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Akelman's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Akelman practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Providence, RI.
Where does Dr. Edward Akelman practice?
Dr. Edward Akelman practices at 2 Dudley St, Providence, RI 029053236. Office phone: 4014572190.
What is Dr. Edward Akelman's NPI?
Dr. Edward Akelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588644629, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Akelman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Akelman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Akelman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.