Joseph Zerega, M.D.
NPI 1033167663 · Gastroenterology Physician · Vero Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Zerega, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Vero Beach, FL (NPI 1033167663).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033167663
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME78827 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
212 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 86 | $261 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 60 | $99 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 43 | $101 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 23 | $83 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $83–$261 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 238 | 82 |
| Famotidine | 163 | 54 |
| Omeprazole | 117 | 34 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 66 | 19 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 38 | 15 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 29 | 11 |
| Sucralfate | 24 | — |
| Prednisone |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2009-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Zerega's NPI number?
- Joseph Zerega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033167663, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Zerega's specialty?
- Joseph Zerega is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Zerega located?
- Joseph Zerega's practice location on file with NPPES is 3745 11th Cir, Vero Beach, FL 32960-4837.
- What is Joseph Zerega's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Zerega is (772) 299-3511.
- Does Joseph Zerega accept Medicare?
- Joseph Zerega is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Zerega's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Zerega's NPI (1033167663) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.