Joseph Zitarelli, M.D.
NPI 1720012966 · Surgery Physician · Somerset, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Zitarelli, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Somerset, PA (NPI 1720012966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720012966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD032195E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 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
2,907 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 771 | $62 |
| 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 | 633 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 596 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 434 | $98 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, Each Additional 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11045 | 158 | $26 |
| 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 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Collagenase Clostridium Hist.brand: Santyl | 53 | 40 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 29 | 16 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 28 | 13 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 17 | 14 |
| Cephalexin | 13 | 11 |
| Nystatin | 13 | — |
| Pentoxifylline | 13 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$636 across 35 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)
- 100 Park StGlens Falls, NY 12801-4413Phone: (315) 326-3780Fax: (315) 326-3781
- 4965 Springwood CtCenter Valley, PA 18034-8105Phone: (570) 956-1612
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-11
- Last updated
- 2026-01-23
- Certified
- 2026-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Zitarelli's NPI number?
- Joseph Zitarelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720012966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Zitarelli's specialty?
- Joseph Zitarelli is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Zitarelli located?
- Joseph Zitarelli's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 S Center Ave, Somerset, PA 15501-2033.
- What is Joseph Zitarelli's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Zitarelli is (814) 443-8225.
- Does Joseph Zitarelli accept Medicare?
- Joseph Zitarelli is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Zitarelli's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Zitarelli's NPI (1720012966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.