Joshua Groetsch, MD
NPI 1669497590 · Ophthalmology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Groetsch, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1669497590).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669497590
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 025627 (LA)
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
1,475 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 251 | $118 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 247 | $83 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 113 | $37 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 106 | $46 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 104 | $503 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 101 | $70 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 532 | 141 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 317 | 209 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 299 | 84 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 219 | 173 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 193 | 43 |
| Timolol Maleate | 154 | 43 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 120 | 83 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,254 across 34 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
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2008-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Groetsch's NPI number?
- Joshua Groetsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669497590, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Groetsch's specialty?
- Joshua Groetsch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Groetsch located?
- Joshua Groetsch's practice location on file with NPPES is 4324 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006.
- What is Joshua Groetsch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Groetsch is (504) 883-7690.
- Does Joshua Groetsch accept Medicare?
- Joshua Groetsch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Groetsch's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Groetsch's NPI (1669497590) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.