Gerald Rieber, MD
NPI 1023039021 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Watertown, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Rieber, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Watertown, SD (NPI 1023039021).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023039021
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5045 (SD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
748 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 98 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 97 | $62 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 73 | $9 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 51 | $77 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 50 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 84 | 39 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 47 | 42 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 27 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 14 | — |
| Gabapentin | 12 | — |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$161 across 3 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
- 2006-07-22
- Last updated
- 2012-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Rieber's NPI number?
- Gerald Rieber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023039021, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Rieber's specialty?
- Gerald Rieber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Rieber located?
- Gerald Rieber's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 9th Ave Nw, Watertown, SD 57201-1548.
- What is Gerald Rieber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Rieber is (605) 882-2630.
- Does Gerald Rieber accept Medicare?
- Gerald Rieber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Rieber's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Rieber's NPI (1023039021) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.