DR. SCOTT D PENNINGTON MD
NPI 1689639825
Orthopaedic Surgery in Atlanta, GA

Active since April 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.14/100
CMS Quality Rating
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 600, ATLANTA, GA 30342(404) 355-0743(404) 943-0641 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Scott D Pennington Md NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT D PENNINGTON MD (NPI 1689639825) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (057555) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northside Hospital, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689639825
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT D PENNINGTONCredential: MD
Location Address5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 600Atlanta, GA 30342-1705
Mailing Address2001 Peachtree Rd Ne, Suite 705Atlanta, GA 30309-1476 · (404) 355-0743 · Fax (404) 355-2136
Fax(404) 943-0641
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 2, 2026
NPPES CertifiedMarch 2, 2026
NPI 1689639825 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License Licensed in GA · 057555
Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30342

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid385102929BGA
Medicaid385102929AGA

Accepted 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

Dr. Scott D Pennington 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 ID2769411586
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060731000138
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 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030
Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.
99 services35 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
89 services70 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
82 services66 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.
58 services36 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.
55 services34 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.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Northside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110161
Location1000 Johnson Ferry Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30342 · Fulton County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30342 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

78.14/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality60.13
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost67.84

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%3,549 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
88%2,663 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
65%448 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%1,122 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
41%2,288 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
27%1,791 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 97% · 811 patients
Patients tobacco: 2% · 48 patients
90%811 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
92%2,287 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
19%2,287 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
58%2,287 patients
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.

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.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, STE 380
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Orthopaedic Surgery
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 650
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Orthopaedic Surgery
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, STE 600
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Podiatrist
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 420
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Podiatrist
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 420
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Podiatrist
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 420
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 705
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Nurse Practitioner
5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE, SUITE 230
ATLANTA, GA 30342

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1689639825, enumerated as an "individual" on April 19, 2006.

The provider is located at 5505 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD NE SUITE 600 ATLANTA, GA 30342 and the phone number is (404) 355-0743.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Scott Pennington is affiliated with: NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL.