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ANIMAS ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES
NPI 1801045554
Orthopaedic Surgery in Durango, CO

Active since September 17, 2008
575 RIVERGATE, SUITE105, DURANGO, CO 81301(970) 259-3020(970) 259-3020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Animas Orthopedic Associates NPPES

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

ANIMAS ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES (NPI 1801045554) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopaedic surgery in Durango, Colorado and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. The organization lists Brinceton M Phipps, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801045554
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Legal Business NameANIMAS ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES & SPORTS MEDICINE, P.C.
Location Address575 RIVERGATE, SUITE105Durango, CO 81301-7487
Mailing Address575 Rivergate, Suite105Durango, CO 81301-7487 · (970) 259-3020 · Fax (970) 259-3020
Phone(970) 259-3020
Fax(970) 259-3020
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBrinceton M PhippsPresident · (970) 259-3020
Enumeration DateSeptember 17, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 6, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 6, 2023
✔ NPI 1801045554 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
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.
575 RIVERGATE, Durango, CO 81301
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsAnimas Orthopedic Associates

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, revalidation and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Animas Orthopedic Associates is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Medicare Revalidation Due Date

Revalidation due by November 30, 2026

Medicare-enrolled providers and suppliers confirm their enrollment information with CMS on a set cycle, every 5 years for most and every 3 years for medical equipment suppliers. CMS sets the due date for each enrollment.

StateEnrollment IDDue date
StateColoradoEnrollment IDO20090212000361Non-DME Part B · Clinic/Group PracticeDue dateNovember 30, 2026
Source: CMS Revalidation Due Date List, October 2026 release.

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

5

Medicare enrollment records show 5 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Animas Orthopedic Associates, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 3 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (5)

Domenic Esposito, M.D.
Sports Medicine
NPI 1083970479
575 RIVERGATE UNIT 105
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-3020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Brinceton Phipps, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1578592283
575 RIVERGATE SUITE 105
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-3020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Brian Butzen, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1669620514
575 RIVERGATE LANE SUITE 105
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-3020
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Gareth Hammond, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1134246150
1040 ELM AVE SUITE 100
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 591-4444
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare628 mi
Jacob Wilkerson, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1386178309
2401 S 31ST ST BLDG 35
Temple, TX 76508
(254) 724-2663
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare736 mi

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

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 Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. is 1801045554. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on September 17, 2008. The provider is doing business as Animas Orthopedic Associates.

Where is Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. located?

Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. is located at 575 Rivergate Suite105, Durango, CO 81301. The listed phone number is (970) 259-3020.

What is Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When is Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C.'s Medicare revalidation due?

According to the CMS Revalidation Due Date List (October 2026 release), the Medicare Non-DME Part B enrollment for this organization (Colorado, Clinic/Group Practice) is due for revalidation by November 30, 2026. Medicare providers and suppliers revalidate their enrollment every 5 years, and medical equipment suppliers every 3 years. Confirm current requirements with your Medicare Administrative Contractor.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 5 clinicians in 2 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C.. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Orthopedic Surgery (4) and Sports Medicine (1). Of these, 3 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Animas Orthopedic Associates & Sports Medicine, P.C. was last updated on September 6, 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.