John Fritch, M.D.
NPI 1679960843 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Edgewood, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Fritch, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Edgewood, KY (NPI 1679960843).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679960843
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.142196 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,167 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 | 250 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 206 | $85 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 205 | $64 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 92 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 80 | $35 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 52 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 449 | 255 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 359 | 193 |
| Gabapentin | 245 | 157 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 233 | 160 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 218 | 200 |
| Cefadroxil | 185 | 172 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 161 | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,185 across 10 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 (2)
- 8251 Pine Rd Ste 212Cincinnati, OH 45236-2194Phone: (513) 232-2663Fax: (859) 817-7848
- 6620 Clough PikeCincinnati, OH 45244-4053Phone: (513) 232-2663
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-24
- Last updated
- 2023-04-13
- Certified
- 2023-04-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Fritch's NPI number?
- John Fritch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679960843, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Fritch's specialty?
- John Fritch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Fritch located?
- John Fritch's practice location on file with NPPES is 560 S Loop Rd, Edgewood, KY 41017-3405.
- What is John Fritch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Fritch is (859) 301-2663.
- Does John Fritch accept Medicare?
- John Fritch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Fritch's NPI active?
- Yes — John Fritch's NPI (1679960843) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.