Joseph Valdez, M.D.
NPI 1023044815 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Plaquemine, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Valdez, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Plaquemine, LA (NPI 1023044815).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023044815
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 09948R (LA)
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
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
1,353 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 218 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 200 | $124 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 197 | $136 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 166 | $128 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 109 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Tracing |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 751 | 200 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 528 | 95 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 423 | 109 |
| Losartan Potassium | 332 | 80 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 265 | 65 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 211 | 52 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 193 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-23
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Valdez's NPI number?
- Joseph Valdez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023044815, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Valdez's specialty?
- Joseph Valdez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Valdez located?
- Joseph Valdez's practice location on file with NPPES is 59335 River West Dr, Plaquemine, LA 70764-6553.
- What is Joseph Valdez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Valdez is (225) 685-1052.
- Does Joseph Valdez accept Medicare?
- Joseph Valdez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Valdez's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Valdez's NPI (1023044815) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.