Joseph Kummer, M.D.
NPI 1003863036 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Lincoln, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Kummer, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Lincoln, NE (NPI 1003863036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003863036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23667 (NE)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,958 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 757 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 742 | $89 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 618 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 412 | $117 |
| Nuclear Medicine Studies of Heart Muscle at Rest and With Stress and Spect78452 | 340 | $70 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 678 | 177 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 501 | 144 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 441 | 87 |
| Furosemide | 375 | 98 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 360 | 105 |
| Carvedilol | 315 | 77 |
| Lisinopril | 288 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-27
- Last updated
- 2011-11-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Kummer's NPI number?
- Joseph Kummer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003863036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Kummer's specialty?
- Joseph Kummer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Kummer located?
- Joseph Kummer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1600 S 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68506-1275.
- What is Joseph Kummer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Kummer is (402) 483-3333.
- Does Joseph Kummer accept Medicare?
- Joseph Kummer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Kummer's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Kummer's NPI (1003863036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-11-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.