Gerard Werries, M.D.
NPI 1710906649 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerard Werries, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1710906649).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710906649
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD421296 (PA)
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
1,156 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 | 432 | $91 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 273 | $79 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 161 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 138 | $128 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 48 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 765 | 377 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 183 | 132 |
| Meloxicam | 162 | 95 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 122 | 54 |
| Celecoxib | 58 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 37 | 19 |
| Methylprednisolone | 36 | 33 |
| Amoxicillin | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$330 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
- 2006-07-19
- Last updated
- 2020-08-31
- Certified
- 2020-08-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerard Werries's NPI number?
- Gerard Werries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710906649, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerard Werries's specialty?
- Gerard Werries is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerard Werries located?
- Gerard Werries's practice location on file with NPPES is 5900 Corporate Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-7004.
- What is Gerard Werries's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerard Werries is (412) 369-4000.
- Does Gerard Werries accept Medicare?
- Gerard Werries is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerard Werries's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerard Werries's NPI (1710906649) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.