DIERICK R SPARKS MD
NPI 1346350261
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Rainbow City, AL

Q: What is Dierick Sparks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dierick Sparks is 1346350261. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2006.

Q: What is Dierick Sparks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dierick Sparks was last updated on July 5, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.

Active since August 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75.08/100

CMS Quality Rating

3102 RAINBOW DR, RAINBOW CITY, AL 35906(256) 546-8127(256) 547-6720 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 5, 2023, Jan 6, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dierick R Sparks Md NPPES

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

DIERICK R SPARKS MD (NPI 1346350261) is an individual sports medicine provider in Rainbow City, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (24950) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Jacksonville, and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346350261

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X

Provider Legal NameDIERICK R SPARKSCredential: MD

Location Address3102 RAINBOW DRRainbow City, AL 35906-5804

Mailing Address3102 Rainbow DrRainbow City, AL 35906-5804 · (256) 546-8127 · Fax (256) 666-4690

Phone(256) 546-8127

Fax(256) 547-6720

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 5, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 5, 2023

✔ NPI 1346350261 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XX0005X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 24950

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

3102 RAINBOW DR, Rainbow City, AL 35906

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11622 Church Ave SEJacksonville, AL 36265-3200 · Phone (256) 435-6221

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dierick R Sparks 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 ID7719081439

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070404000543

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

696 services122 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.

328 services183 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.

155 services105 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

135 services106 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.

85 services58 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

64 services64 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

53 services29 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7324

Orthovisc is a treatment involving injections of a substance called hyaluronan into your joints. Hyaluronan is a natural substance in your joint fluid that aids in movement and reduces pain. The Orthovisc injections help replenish this substance, relieving joint pain.

49 services18 patients

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130

An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.

47 services33 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.

31 services24 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

26 services18 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

26 services21 patients

Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope 29826

This procedure involves using a tiny camera, called an endoscope, to view and repair a damaged shoulder ligament. Simultaneously, a small portion of the shoulder bone is shaved to alleviate discomfort and improve movement. It's a minimally invasive technique that aids in a quicker recovery.

13 services13 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.

13 services13 patients

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75.08/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

58.52

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan

75%575 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 63% · 1,049 patients

Patients screened: 67% · 1,049 patients

53%116 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

79%2,103 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents

97%276 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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

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