Joseph Garand, MD
NPI 1821177700 · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Piedmont, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Garand, MD is a Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Piedmont, SC (NPI 1821177700).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821177700
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13950 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
554 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 | 310 | $118 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 71 | $121 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 60 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 55 | $161 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 31 | $21 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 136 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 439 | 76 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 379 | 119 |
| Alprazolam | 278 | 36 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 262 | 72 |
| Gabapentin | 214 | 50 |
| Omeprazole | 213 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$962 across 57 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)
- 877 W Faris Rd Ste aGreenville, SC 29605-4296Phone: (864) 455-7800
- 109 Physicians Dr Ste aGreer, SC 29650-2446Phone: (864) 797-9150
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-03
- Last updated
- 2024-04-09
- Certified
- 2024-04-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Garand's NPI number?
- Joseph Garand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821177700, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Garand's specialty?
- Joseph Garand is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Garand located?
- Joseph Garand's practice location on file with NPPES is 115 Beattie Park Rd, Piedmont, SC 29673-1410.
- What is Joseph Garand's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Garand is (864) 845-3331.
- Does Joseph Garand accept Medicare?
- Joseph Garand is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Garand's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Garand's NPI (1821177700) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.