Joe Wharton, MD
NPI 1225084577 · Family Medicine Physician · Warren, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joe Wharton, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Warren, AR (NPI 1225084577).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225084577
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- C6689 (AR)
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
904 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 190 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 120 | $8 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 85 | $13 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 80 | $26 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 70 | $3 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus and Influenza87428 | 60 | $69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 176 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 585 | 124 |
| Gabapentin | 492 | 82 |
| Liothyronine Sodium | 452 | 89 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 419 | 102 |
| Alprazolam | 372 | 67 |
| Potassium Chloride | 356 | 89 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 356 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$425 across 22 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
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26
- Certified
- 2026-03-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joe Wharton's NPI number?
- Joe Wharton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225084577, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joe Wharton's specialty?
- Joe Wharton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joe Wharton located?
- Joe Wharton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1012 E Church St, Warren, AR 71671-3509.
- What is Joe Wharton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joe Wharton is (870) 226-6786.
- Does Joe Wharton accept Medicare?
- Joe Wharton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joe Wharton's NPI active?
- Yes — Joe Wharton's NPI (1225084577) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.