Joseph Polio, MD
NPI 1437577590 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Owensboro, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Polio, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Owensboro, KY (NPI 1437577590).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437577590
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 162981 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 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
945 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 231 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 151 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 137 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 80 | $32 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Medium Joint20605 | 56 | $47 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, 2 Views73600 | 54 | $31 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 83 | 67 |
| Meloxicam | 49 | 39 |
| Gabapentin | 27 | 22 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 20 | 16 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 15 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 15 | 15 |
| Amantadine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,942 across 12 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)
- 4860 Y St Ste 3800Sacramento, CA 95817Phone: (916) 734-2807
- 4860 Y St Ste 3800Sacramento, CA 95817Phone: (916) 734-2807
- 555 N Arlington AveReno, NV 89503Phone: (775) 786-3040Fax: (775) 786-1358
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-04
- Last updated
- 2024-10-24
- Certified
- 2024-10-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Polio's NPI number?
- Joseph Polio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437577590, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Polio's specialty?
- Joseph Polio is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Polio located?
- Joseph Polio's practice location on file with NPPES is 2780 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301-5442.
- What is Joseph Polio's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Polio is (270) 926-4100.
- Does Joseph Polio accept Medicare?
- Joseph Polio is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Polio's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Polio's NPI (1437577590) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.