Joseph Ruberwa
NPI 1508360215 · Nephrology Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Ruberwa is a Nephrology Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1508360215).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508360215
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2021-01330 (NC)
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
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,068 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 281 | $74 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 168 | $334 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 133 | $16 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 118 | $67 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 114 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 112 | 23 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 73 | 12 |
| Chlorthalidone | 41 | — |
| Telmisartan | 27 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 26 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 25 | — |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$620 across 28 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 (1)
- 1559 E Booker Dairy Rd Ste BSmithfield, NC 27577-9442Phone: (919) 876-7807Fax: (919) 876-8823
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-03-19
- Last updated
- 2025-02-12
- Certified
- 2025-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Ruberwa's NPI number?
- Joseph Ruberwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508360215, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Ruberwa's specialty?
- Joseph Ruberwa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Ruberwa located?
- Joseph Ruberwa's practice location on file with NPPES is 3700 Barrett Dr Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 27609-7172.
- What is Joseph Ruberwa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Ruberwa is (919) 231-3966.
- Does Joseph Ruberwa accept Medicare?
- Joseph Ruberwa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Ruberwa's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Ruberwa's NPI (1508360215) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.