Dr. Charles Preston, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
18+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Charles Preston
Charles Preston, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Walnut Creek, CA.
Specialty Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
25
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Orthopedic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Irvine California College Of Medicine
Class of 2001
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A99089 | Orthopaedic Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Charles Preston
With 18 years of practice, Dr. Charles Preston is an established orthopedic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Irvine California College Of Medicine in 2001. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Regents Of The University Of California in Walnut Creek, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558529479, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Charles Preston as a lower-volume orthopedic surgery provider, treating approximately 285 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 3K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Charles Preston received $4K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$4K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Orthopedic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 94598
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Charles Preston
What does Dr. Charles Preston specialize in?
Dr. Charles Preston specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Charles Preston practice?
Dr. Charles Preston practices at Regents Of The University Of California in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Charles Preston accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Charles Preston accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 285 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Charles Preston's NPI number?
Dr. Charles Preston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558529479. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Charles Preston been practicing?
Dr. Charles Preston has approximately 18 years of practice experience, having graduated from Irvine California College Of Medicine in 2001.