Joseph Venditti, M.D.
NPI 1659466639 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Merrillville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Venditti, M.D. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Merrillville, IN (NPI 1659466639).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659466639
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 010-35813 (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
127 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 32 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 21 | $84 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 17 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 16 | $204 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cilostazol | 67 | 21 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 45 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 36 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 30 | 25 |
| Potassium Chloride | 16 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | — |
| Amiodarone Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Venditti's NPI number?
- Joseph Venditti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659466639, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Venditti's specialty?
- Joseph Venditti is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Venditti located?
- Joseph Venditti's practice location on file with NPPES is 8687 Connecticut St, Merrillville, IN 46410-6361.
- What is Joseph Venditti's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Venditti is (219) 769-7800.
- Does Joseph Venditti accept Medicare?
- Joseph Venditti is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Venditti's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Venditti's NPI (1659466639) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.