Joshua Pugliese, PA-C
NPI 1881461382 · Physician Assistant · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Pugliese, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1881461382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881461382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0010-14096 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
2 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
214 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $102 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 27 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 | $72 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 24 | $31 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 17 | $161 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 163 | 86 |
| Meloxicam | 124 | 51 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 113 | 84 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 99 | 81 |
| Gabapentin | 46 | 16 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 33 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 20 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 908 S Williamson AveElon, NC 27244-9280Phone: (336) 538-2314
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2023-12-06
- Last updated
- 2025-11-18
- Certified
- 2025-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Pugliese's NPI number?
- Joshua Pugliese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881461382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Pugliese's specialty?
- Joshua Pugliese is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joshua Pugliese located?
- Joshua Pugliese's practice location on file with NPPES is 3916 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704-2383.
- What is Joshua Pugliese's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Pugliese is (919) 956-9300.
- Does Joshua Pugliese accept Medicare?
- Joshua Pugliese is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Pugliese's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Pugliese's NPI (1881461382) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.