Joseph Schwartz, M.D.
NPI 1619978350 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Merrillville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Schwartz, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Merrillville, IN (NPI 1619978350).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619978350
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01042573A (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
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
2,320 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 | 372 | $83 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 244 | $22 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 242 | $102 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 197 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 148 | $116 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, Minimum of 3 Views73110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 93 | 85 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 41 |
| Meloxicam | 34 | 27 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 28 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 27 | 19 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 27 | 26 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$78 across 4 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
- 2005-08-03
- Last updated
- 2010-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Schwartz's NPI number?
- Joseph Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619978350, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Schwartz's specialty?
- Joseph Schwartz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Schwartz located?
- Joseph Schwartz's practice location on file with NPPES is 9001 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410-7039.
- What is Joseph Schwartz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Schwartz is (219) 795-3360.
- Does Joseph Schwartz accept Medicare?
- Joseph Schwartz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Schwartz's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Schwartz's NPI (1619978350) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.