John Harkess, M.D.
NPI 1316237183 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Bradenton, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Harkess, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Bradenton, FL (NPI 1316237183).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316237183
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME132666 (FL)
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,552 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 | 764 | $87 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 647 | $70 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 400 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 230 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 198 | $108 |
| Mri Scan of Leg Joint Without Contrast73721 | 69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 162 | 157 |
| Meloxicam | 120 | 89 |
| Mupirocin | 104 | 98 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 87 | 69 |
| Amoxicillin | 54 | 39 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 33 | 31 |
| Celecoxib | 32 | 22 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$527 across 10 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 6202 17th Ave WBradenton, FL 34209-7838Phone: (941) 792-1404Fax: (941) 761-0712
- 8340 Lakewood Ranch BlvdLakewood Ranch, FL 34202-5180Phone: (941) 792-1404Fax: (941) 761-0712
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-14
- Last updated
- 2022-05-26
- Certified
- 2022-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Harkess's NPI number?
- John Harkess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316237183, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Harkess's specialty?
- John Harkess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Harkess located?
- John Harkess's practice location on file with NPPES is 8000 Sr 64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212.
- What is John Harkess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Harkess is (941) 792-1404.
- Does John Harkess accept Medicare?
- John Harkess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Harkess's NPI active?
- Yes — John Harkess's NPI (1316237183) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.