Joseph Parker, M.D.
NPI 1710178470 · Nephrology Physician · Greenville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Parker, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Greenville, NC (NPI 1710178470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710178470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-01856 (NC)
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
18 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
1,559 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 | 271 | $126 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 267 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 228 | $16 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 169 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 161 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 338 | 78 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 256 | 51 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 228 | 57 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 166 | 34 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 130 | 31 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 120 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$72 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
- 2007-08-07
- Last updated
- 2024-02-27
- Certified
- 2024-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Parker's NPI number?
- Joseph Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710178470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Parker's specialty?
- Joseph Parker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Parker located?
- Joseph Parker's practice location on file with NPPES is 2355 W Arlington Blvd, Greenville, NC 27834-2847.
- What is Joseph Parker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Parker is (252) 744-2545.
- Does Joseph Parker accept Medicare?
- Joseph Parker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Parker's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Parker's NPI (1710178470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.