Joss Fernandez, M.D.
NPI 1235173642 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joss Fernandez, M.D. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1235173642).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235173642
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 37854 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianPrimary208G00000XLicense 2012006733 (MO)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
788 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 150 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 93 | $33 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 63 | $120 |
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 61 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 60 | $33 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 | 48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 75 | 30 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 59 | 30 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 41 | 30 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 36 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 27 |
| Carvedilol | 24 | 16 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,456 across 62 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
- 2006-06-15
- Last updated
- 2021-09-22
- Certified
- 2021-09-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joss Fernandez's NPI number?
- Joss Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235173642, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joss Fernandez's specialty?
- Joss Fernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joss Fernandez located?
- Joss Fernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1605 E Broadway Ste 210, Columbia, MO 65201-8023.
- What is Joss Fernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joss Fernandez is (573) 815-4130.
- Does Joss Fernandez accept Medicare?
- Joss Fernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joss Fernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Joss Fernandez's NPI (1235173642) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.