PAUL KENDALL EDWARDS MD
NPI 1235289596
Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery in Little Rock, AR

Active since January 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5220 NORTHSHORE DR, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118(501) 663-6455(501) 663-4877 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Paul Kendall Edwards Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

PAUL KENDALL EDWARDS MD (NPI 1235289596) is an individual adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery provider in Little Rock, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E6910) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235289596
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0114X
Provider Legal NamePAUL KENDALL EDWARDSCredential: MD
Location Address5220 NORTHSHORE DRLittle Rock, AR 72118-5297
Mailing Address5220 Northshore DrNorth Little Rock, AR 72118-5297 · (501) 663-6455 · Fax (501) 663-4877
Fax(501) 663-4877
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJanuary 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 1, 2025
✔ NPI 1235289596 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0114X
License✔ Licensed in AR · E6910
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License 2011-00252 (NC)
5220 NORTHSHORE DR, Little Rock, AR 72118

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid193595001AR

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paul Kendall Edwards Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6608952031
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120723000217
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Paul Edwards reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
North Little Rock, AR 72118
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
1110 W ROBINSON AVE
Springdale, AR 72764
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1699076737 (Arkansas)
  • 472 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 21

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Hyaluronan or derivative, synojoynt, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7331
Hyaluronan, or Synojoynt, is a substance injected into your joint to help lubricate and cushion it. This can help relieve joint pain and improve mobility, particularly for conditions like arthritis. Each injection contains 1 mg of the substance.
960 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
623 services420 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
368 services229 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
358 services243 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
208 services138 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
153 services88 patients

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers40 claims40 services$53.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
5 suppliers34 claims34 services$26.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$11.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physician Assistant
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Podiatrist
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Physician Assistant
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Orthopaedic Surgery
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Orthopaedic Surgery
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118
Physician Assistant
5220 NORTHSHORE DR
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72118

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Paul Edwards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Edwards is 1235289596. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 11, 2007.

Where is Paul Edwards located?

Paul Edwards practices at 5220 Northshore Dr, Little Rock, AR 72118. The listed phone number is (501) 663-6455.

What is Paul Edwards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0114X.

Is Paul Edwards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Edwards is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Paul Edwards's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paul Edwards reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Bowen Hefley Rhodes Stewart Orthopedics, PA (North Little Rock, AR) and Mercy Health Northwest Arkansas Communities (Springdale, AR). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Paul Edwards's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Paul Edwards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Paul Edwards as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Edwards was last updated on April 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.