Joseph Urash, D.O.
NPI 1427244862 · Dermatology Physician · Shelby, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Urash, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Shelby, NC (NPI 1427244862).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427244862
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0099-01064 (NC)
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
18 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
3,879 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 | 1,355 | $84 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 691 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 413 | $54 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 326 | $91 |
| Application of Light By Qualified Health Care Professional to Destroy Precancer Skin Growth96573 | 288 | $205 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 404 | 230 |
| Ketoconazole | 255 | 124 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 134 | 75 |
| Fluorouracil | 125 | 114 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 100 | 41 |
| Prednisone | 79 | 59 |
| Mupirocin | 74 | 56 |
| Metronidazole | 68 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,884 across 70 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
- 2007-09-19
- Last updated
- 2008-11-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Urash's NPI number?
- Joseph Urash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427244862, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Urash's specialty?
- Joseph Urash is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Urash located?
- Joseph Urash's practice location on file with NPPES is 935 Wyke Rd, Shelby, NC 28150-3552.
- What is Joseph Urash's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Urash is (704) 481-1142.
- Does Joseph Urash accept Medicare?
- Joseph Urash is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Urash's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Urash's NPI (1427244862) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-11-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.