Song Zang, MD
NPI 1821203233 · Rheumatology Physician · Joplin, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Song Zang, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Joplin, MO (NPI 1821203233).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821203233
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2025052143 (MO)
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
1,701 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 | 402 | $110 |
| 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 | 397 | $15 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 205 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 130 | $80 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 95 | $13 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Instrument Assisted Observation |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 77 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,189 | 431 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 575 | 184 |
| Gabapentin | 524 | 166 |
| Celecoxib | 515 | 172 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 411 | 131 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 374 | 165 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,468 across 73 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
- 2007-05-11
- Last updated
- 2026-03-09
- Certified
- 2026-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Song Zang's NPI number?
- Song Zang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821203233, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Song Zang's specialty?
- Song Zang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Song Zang located?
- Song Zang's practice location on file with NPPES is 931 E 32nd St, Joplin, MO 64804-2878.
- What is Song Zang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Song Zang is (417) 347-8490.
- Does Song Zang accept Medicare?
- Song Zang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Song Zang's NPI active?
- Yes — Song Zang's NPI (1821203233) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.