George Friedhoff, D.O.
NPI 1043522634 · Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Independence, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Friedhoff, D.O. is a Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Independence, OH (NPI 1043522634).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043522634
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34.010716 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
15 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
1,348 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 292 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 164 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 149 | $88 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 86 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 80 | $163 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 187 | 79 |
| Gabapentin | 110 | 38 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 81 | 42 |
| Methylprednisolone | 77 | 69 |
| Celecoxib | 76 | 21 |
| Meloxicam | 52 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 44 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$926 across 36 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
- 2010-07-12
- Last updated
- 2021-02-03
- Certified
- 2021-02-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Friedhoff's NPI number?
- George Friedhoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043522634, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Friedhoff's specialty?
- George Friedhoff is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Friedhoff located?
- George Friedhoff's practice location on file with NPPES is 6701 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131-2358.
- What is George Friedhoff's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Friedhoff is (216) 369-2800.
- Does George Friedhoff accept Medicare?
- George Friedhoff is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Friedhoff's NPI active?
- Yes — George Friedhoff's NPI (1043522634) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.