Jorge Baez, MD
NPI 1578668315 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Plainview, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jorge Baez, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Plainview, NY (NPI 1578668315).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578668315
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2017781 (NY)
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
19 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
3,828 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 Knee, 3 Views73562 | 755 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 684 | $149 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 579 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 495 | $105 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 210 | $56 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 670 | 294 |
| Celecoxib | 364 | 172 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 102 | 61 |
| Methylprednisolone | 101 | 86 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | 25 |
| Amoxicillin | 34 | 27 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 19 | 11 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$598 across 23 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
- 2006-09-14
- Last updated
- 2009-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jorge Baez's NPI number?
- Jorge Baez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578668315, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jorge Baez's specialty?
- Jorge Baez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jorge Baez located?
- Jorge Baez's practice location on file with NPPES is 651 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY 11803.
- What is Jorge Baez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jorge Baez is (516) 681-8822.
- Does Jorge Baez accept Medicare?
- Jorge Baez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jorge Baez's NPI active?
- Yes — Jorge Baez's NPI (1578668315) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.