Joseph Jacobs, MD
NPI 1245233469 · Nephrology Physician · Bethlehem, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Jacobs, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Bethlehem, PA (NPI 1245233469).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245233469
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD037424E (PA)
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
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
2,230 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 488 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 453 | $125 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 415 | $79 |
| 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 | 389 | $16 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 145 | $353 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 622 | 166 |
| Torsemide | 524 | 143 |
| Losartan Potassium | 370 | 96 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 245 | 71 |
| Spironolactone | 241 | 69 |
| Ezetimibe | 140 | 44 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 140 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$173 across 3 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
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2013-08-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Jacobs's NPI number?
- Joseph Jacobs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245233469, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Jacobs's specialty?
- Joseph Jacobs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Jacobs located?
- Joseph Jacobs's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Ostrum St, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1152.
- What is Joseph Jacobs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Jacobs is (610) 865-5888.
- Does Joseph Jacobs accept Medicare?
- Joseph Jacobs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Jacobs's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Jacobs's NPI (1245233469) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-08-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.