DR. ALEX DENEZ COLLINS DO
NPI 1871545475
Orthopaedic Surgery in Aiken, SC
About Dr. Alex Denez Collins Do NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
DR. ALEX DENEZ COLLINS DO (NPI 1871545475) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Aiken, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (987) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and is a graduate of At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville (1999).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses 2
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.
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. Alex Denez Collins Do 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.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose
Limited removal of abnormal shoulder joint tissue using endoscope
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder
Removal of both knee cartilages using an endoscope
Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope
Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes
X-ray of both knees while standing
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views
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.
This service was performed 27 times for 21 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 383 times for 86 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 216 times for 136 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 341 times for 185 patientsAn evaluation for physical therapy is a short, 20-minute assessment where your physical condition, mobility, and pain levels are examined. This helps in designing a personalized therapy plan to enhance your physical function and well-being.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsHyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.
This service was performed 314 times for 54 patientsThis procedure involves the use of a tiny camera, known as an endoscope, to examine and remove abnormal tissue in the shoulder joint. It's a minimally invasive method, which means it requires smaller incisions, reducing recovery time and discomfort.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 46 times for 46 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 38 times for 38 patientsTotal shoulder prosthetic repair is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged shoulder joint with artificial components. It aims to relieve pain and restore mobility. The procedure involves replacing the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid) of the shoulder joint.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThis procedure, also known as bilateral knee arthroscopy, involves using a small camera (endoscope) to view and remove damaged cartilage from both knees. It's a minimally invasive surgery aimed at relieving pain and improving mobility.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsThis procedure, known as arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, helps fix tears in the shoulder's rotator cuff. An endoscope, a small camera, is used to view the shoulder inside. Using small tools, the surgeon repairs the torn tissue. This minimally invasive approach often leads to a quicker recovery.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsThis therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
This service was performed 202 times for 18 patientsAn X-ray of both knees while standing is a diagnostic procedure that captures images of your knee joints. You'll stand in front of an X-ray machine, and it will take pictures showing the bones and tissues in your knees. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or injuries.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAn 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.
This service was performed 21 times for 16 patientsAn 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.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsAn X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
This service was performed 21 times for 19 patientsAn X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
This service was performed 67 times for 63 patientsAn 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.
This service was performed 84 times for 60 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.79 for a new patient copayment and $16.78 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 29803 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $83.18
- Minimum New Patient Price $53.57
- Maximum New Patient Price $163.84
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.79
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.39
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.96
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $67.12
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.96
- Maximum Established Patient Price $133.52
- Average Established Patient Copayment $16.78
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.24
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.38
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Overall MIPS Quality Performance
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 82.67, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance. The provider also has detailed performance information the following quality measures: .
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.
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Final Score: 82.67 out of 100
The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
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Quality Score: 56.68
The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category comprises 40% of a provider's final MIPS score.
There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
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Promoting Interoperability Score: N/A
The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category comprises 25% of a provider's final MIPS score.
The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data. -
Improvement Activities Score: 40
The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score.
The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score. -
Cost Score: 100
The Cost performance category assesses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category comprises 20% of a provider's final MIPS score.
MIPS Quality Measures
The following performance measures were reported under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) quality measures program.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
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| Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report | 67% | 653 |
| Controlling High Blood Pressure | 10% | 30 |
| Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%) | 95% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 43 |
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 87% | 3477 |
| Functional Status After Primary Total Knee Replacement | 0% | 43 |
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 23% | 1495 |
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 85% | 1166 |
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 31% | 83 |
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 90% | 1166 |
| Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease | 75% | 55 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 537 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 4% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 537 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 4% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 537 |
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Alex Collins is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
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| PIEDMONT AUGUSTA HOSPITAL | 1350 WALTON WAY AUGUSTA, GA 30901 | (706) 722-9011 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| UNIVERSITY MCDUFFIE COUNTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 2460 WASHINGTON ROAD THOMSON, GA 30824 | (706) 595-1411 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| AIKEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 302 UNIVERSITY PARKWAY AIKEN, SC 29801 | (803) 641-5900 | Acute Care Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 4 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1871545475, enumerated as an "individual" on May 16, 2006.
The provider is located at 211 HIGH GATE LOOP AIKEN, SC 29803 and the phone number is (803) 265-8117.
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.
Alex Collins is affiliated with: PIEDMONT AUGUSTA HOSPITAL, UNIVERSITY MCDUFFIE COUNTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER and AIKEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.
