Joel Virkler, D.O.
NPI 1477886653 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lafayette, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Virkler, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lafayette, IN (NPI 1477886653).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477886653
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 02004553A (IN)
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
16 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
1,457 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 | 350 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 216 | $65 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 108 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 101 | $103 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 91 | $24 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 91 | $34 |
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 | 207 | 136 |
| Cefadroxil | 125 | 110 |
| Celecoxib | 102 | 91 |
| Methocarbamol | 83 | 58 |
| Gabapentin | 68 | 61 |
| Amoxicillin | 66 | 35 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 46 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$101 across 2 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
- 2009-09-07
- Last updated
- 2024-05-08
- Certified
- 2024-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Virkler's NPI number?
- Joel Virkler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477886653, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Virkler's specialty?
- Joel Virkler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Virkler located?
- Joel Virkler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1411 S Creasy Ln, Lafayette, IN 47905-7438.
- What is Joel Virkler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Virkler is (765) 447-4165.
- Does Joel Virkler accept Medicare?
- Joel Virkler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Virkler's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Virkler's NPI (1477886653) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.