Vernon Hershberger, M.D.
NPI 1205845500 · Family Medicine Physician · Akron, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernon Hershberger, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Akron, OH (NPI 1205845500).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205845500
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18006 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
932 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 237 | $85 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 166 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 147 | $117 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 96 | $10 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 49 | $21 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 221 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 745 | 155 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 470 | 101 |
| Gabapentin | 394 | 78 |
| Furosemide | 373 | 74 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 371 | 80 |
| Lisinopril | 361 | 78 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,098 across 56 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
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2020-09-03
- Certified
- 2020-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernon Hershberger's NPI number?
- Vernon Hershberger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205845500, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernon Hershberger's specialty?
- Vernon Hershberger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernon Hershberger located?
- Vernon Hershberger's practice location on file with NPPES is 880 Mull Ave Ste 100, Akron, OH 44313-7522.
- What is Vernon Hershberger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernon Hershberger is (330) 864-8898.
- Does Vernon Hershberger accept Medicare?
- Vernon Hershberger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernon Hershberger's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernon Hershberger's NPI (1205845500) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.