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Orthopedic Surgery

Robert S. Tapscott, MD

Works at hospitals in Athens, AL · Decatur, AL · Alabama

Summary

Robert S. Tapscott, MD (Orthopedic Surgery) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Athens, AL and Decatur, AL. NPI 1588737878. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Robert S. Tapscott, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Orthopedic SurgeryPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
30Years since medical school (graduated 1996)
University Of Alabama School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
HH Health System - The Orthopaedic Center LLCGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Robert S. Tapscott work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Robert S. Tapscott at 2 hospitals: Athens Limestone Hospital and Decatur Morgan Hospital - Decatur Campus. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Robert S. Tapscott see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Decatur, AL and Hartselle, AL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Robert S. Tapscott's specialty?
Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
Does Robert S. Tapscott accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Robert S. Tapscott accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Robert S. Tapscott offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Robert S. Tapscott offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Robert S. Tapscott?
(256) 350-0362, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Robert S. Tapscott's NPI number?
1588737878. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Robert S. Tapscott works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Robert S. Tapscott at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Robert S. Tapscott is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Robert S. Tapscott as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • HH Health System - The Orthopaedic Center LLC173 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other orthopedic surgeons in Decatur

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Decatur, AL — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Alabama School Of Medicine
Graduation year1996
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1588737878
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians