Joachim Hertel, MD
NPI 1538146303 · Nephrology Physician · Greenville, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joachim Hertel, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Greenville, SC (NPI 1538146303).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538146303
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD23113 (SC)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,306 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 | 566 | $98 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 477 | $4 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 397 | $74 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 366 | $339 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 150 | $282 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 105 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 79 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 348 | 127 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 311 | 111 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 269 | 99 |
| Calcitriol | 217 | 69 |
| Lisinopril | 192 | 67 |
| Carvedilol | 171 | 56 |
| Losartan Potassium | 167 | 59 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$153 across 6 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)
- 300 Plaza Cir Ste FClinton, SC 29325-7557Phone: (864) 220-1200Fax: (864) 220-1888
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-22
- Last updated
- 2024-12-03
- Certified
- 2024-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joachim Hertel's NPI number?
- Joachim Hertel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538146303, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joachim Hertel's specialty?
- Joachim Hertel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joachim Hertel located?
- Joachim Hertel's practice location on file with NPPES is 29 Memorial Medical Dr, Greenville, SC 29605-4407.
- What is Joachim Hertel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joachim Hertel is (864) 220-1200.
- Does Joachim Hertel accept Medicare?
- Joachim Hertel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joachim Hertel's NPI active?
- Yes — Joachim Hertel's NPI (1538146303) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.