Joseph Laratta, M.D.
NPI 1346506052 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Laratta, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1346506052).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346506052
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 49774 (KY)
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
865 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 272 | $112 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 142 | $105 |
| Fusion of Additional Segment of Spine22614 | 131 | $248 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 53 | $152 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 41 | $153 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 223 | 57 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 56 | 46 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 24 |
| Pregabalin | 45 | 14 |
| Methylprednisolone | 40 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 32 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$91,113 across 50 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 (3)
- 8442 Dixie HwyLouisville, KY 40258-1140Phone: (502) 413-5777
- 550 S Jackson StLouisville, KY 40202-1622Phone: (502) 588-4720Fax: (502) 561-8687
- 210 E Gray St Ste 900Louisville, KY 40202-3905Phone: (502) 584-7525Fax: (502) 584-6851
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-06
- Last updated
- 2021-02-03
- Certified
- 2021-02-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Laratta's NPI number?
- Joseph Laratta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346506052, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Laratta's specialty?
- Joseph Laratta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Laratta located?
- Joseph Laratta's practice location on file with NPPES is 1169 Eastern Pkwy Ste 400, Louisville, KY 40217-1412.
- What is Joseph Laratta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Laratta is (502) 413-5777.
- Does Joseph Laratta accept Medicare?
- Joseph Laratta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Laratta's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Laratta's NPI (1346506052) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.