Joseph Zarge, MD
NPI 1528006525 · Vascular Surgery Physician · Atlanta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Vascular Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Zarge, MD is a Vascular Surgery Physician provider in Atlanta, GA (NPI 1528006525).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528006525
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 044150 (GA)
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
20 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
2,224 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 551 | $127 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 192 | $73 |
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 177 | $41 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 | 139 | $24 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 129 | $90 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 128 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 216 | 68 |
| Cilostazol | 109 | 24 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 104 | 26 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 54 | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 44 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,678 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
- 2006-06-02
- Last updated
- 2013-04-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Zarge's NPI number?
- Joseph Zarge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528006525, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Zarge's specialty?
- Joseph Zarge is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Zarge located?
- Joseph Zarge's practice location on file with NPPES is 5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30342-1731.
- What is Joseph Zarge's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Zarge is (678) 843-5400.
- Does Joseph Zarge accept Medicare?
- Joseph Zarge is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Zarge's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Zarge's NPI (1528006525) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.