Joseph Dement, M.D.
NPI 1730182593 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Dement, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1730182593).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730182593
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32684 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
584 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 178 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 120 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 65 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 45 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 42 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 41 | $44 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 185 | 55 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 78 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin | 75 | 61 |
| Prednisone | 60 | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 58 | 26 |
| Celecoxib | 40 | 17 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 36 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2022-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Dement's NPI number?
- Joseph Dement's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730182593, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Dement's specialty?
- Joseph Dement is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Dement located?
- Joseph Dement's practice location on file with NPPES is 111 Victoria Rd, Asheville, NC 28801-4811.
- What is Joseph Dement's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Dement is (828) 252-7331.
- Does Joseph Dement accept Medicare?
- Joseph Dement is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Dement's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Dement's NPI (1730182593) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.