George Frem, MD
NPI 1053315549 · Nephrology Physician · Johnstown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Frem, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Johnstown, PA (NPI 1053315549).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053315549
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD042825E (PA)
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
21 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
666 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 | 207 | $120 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 204 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 102 | $171 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 76 | $99 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 24 | $58 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$297 across 11 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
- 2005-06-13
- Last updated
- 2021-02-10
- Certified
- 2021-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Frem's NPI number?
- George Frem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053315549, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Frem's specialty?
- George Frem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Frem located?
- George Frem's practice location on file with NPPES is 88 Osborne St, Johnstown, PA 15905-4146.
- What is George Frem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Frem is (814) 539-0798.
- Does George Frem accept Medicare?
- George Frem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Frem's NPI active?
- Yes — George Frem's NPI (1053315549) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.