Mark Gorsche, M.D.
NPI 1356789390 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Waterloo, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Gorsche, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Waterloo, IA (NPI 1356789390).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356789390
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301103400 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 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
855 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 | 201 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 154 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 109 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 50 | $32 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 48 | $1,144 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 112 | 82 |
| Amoxicillin | 99 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 63 | 50 |
| Nabumetone | 50 | 19 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 45 | 28 |
| Pregabalin | 20 | 18 |
| Celecoxib | 19 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$419 across 11 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
- 2013-06-12
- Last updated
- 2022-02-04
- Certified
- 2022-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Gorsche's NPI number?
- Mark Gorsche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356789390, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Gorsche's specialty?
- Mark Gorsche is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Gorsche located?
- Mark Gorsche's practice location on file with NPPES is 1631 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703.
- What is Mark Gorsche's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Gorsche is (319) 833-5381.
- Does Mark Gorsche accept Medicare?
- Mark Gorsche is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Gorsche's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Gorsche's NPI (1356789390) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.