Physician Profile
Scott A. Playford, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Playford
Based in Jacksonville, NC, Scott A. Playford, MD is listed in the NPI registry under family medicine — sports medicine. Scott is also listed as specializing in family medicine. Medicare claims data shows Scott provided 910 services to 681 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg, and x-ray of knee, 3 views.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (910) 353-5000
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1200 COMMONS DR N
Jacksonville, NC 28546
900 Dennis Rd
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Family Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
Digestive
- Acid reflux
- IBS
Genitourinary and reproductive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Heavy periods
Musculoskeletal and pain
- Gout
- Heel pain
Neurologic and behavioral
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Migraines
Respiratory and infectious
- Acute bronchitis
- Asthma
- Sinus infection
Skin
- Acne
- Eczema
Common childhood and ear conditions
- Ear infection
- Pink eye
Pain & Joints
- Arthritis
- Back pain
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive interventions
- Birth control counseling
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screening and testing
- Cholesterol screening
- Depression screening
- Diabetes and prediabetes screening
- EKG
Diagnostic Tests
- COVID-19 testing
- Rapid Strep and Flu Swabs
- Urine Drug Screen
Exams & Screenings
- Camp and School Physical
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Foot and Leg Pain
- Toenail Fungus Treatment
Heart & Circulation
- Blood Pressure Check
Injections
- Immunotherapy
- Vitamin B12 Injections
Lungs & Breathing
- Pulmonary function test
Minor Procedures
- Burn and Wound Care
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Occupational Health
- DOT Physical
Office procedures
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Superficial foreign-body removal
Pain Management
- Joint injections
Preventive Care
- Chronic Illness Checkup
- Routine Vaccines
- Travel Vaccines And Consult
Respiratory
- Breathing Treatment
Senior Care
- Cognitive Assessment
Sexual & Reproductive Health
- STD Swabs and Screening
Skin Procedures
- Cyst Removal
- Precancerous Sun Spot Freezing
- Skin Tag Removal
- Wart Removal
Sleep Health
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Urgent Care Procedures
- Stitches and Laceration Repair
Wellness & Weight
- Weight Management Consult
Women's Health
- Hormone Replacement Therapy Consultation
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
910 services · 681 patients · 16 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | Procedure | 20610 |
51 | As often as other peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of knee, 3 views | Imaging | 73562 |
100 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | Imaging | 73030 |
52 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | Imaging | 73630 |
33 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | Imaging | 73502 |
31 | As often as other peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | Imaging | 73110 |
28 | As often as other peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | Imaging | 73610 |
27 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | Imaging | 73130 |
25 | As often as other peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | Imaging | 72110 |
16 | Less often than most peers in Family Medicine — Sports Medicine |
| X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | Imaging | 73140 |
14 | Too few peers to compare |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Also at this address 3
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Also performs Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 8
Providers in NC who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Dr. Playford?
Dr. Playford is a family doctor in Jacksonville, NC. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Family Medicine — Sports Medicine”.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Playford's address?
Dr. Playford is listed at 1200 Commons Dr N, Jacksonville, NC 28546. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Playford?
The number on file is (910) 353-5000. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Playford?
Dr. Playford's National Provider Identifier is 1497727283. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
How much experience does Dr. Playford have?
Dr. Playford has 20+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2006. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What procedures does Dr. Playford perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Playford performs procedures including aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint; reads or performs imaging such as x-ray of knee, 3 views and x-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Playford's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Playford. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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Provider data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry and CMS public datasets. Information is provided for reference and is not medical advice.