Christopher Joseph, DO
NPI 1902002553 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hermitage, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Joseph, DO is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hermitage, PA (NPI 1902002553).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902002553
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- OS014727 (PA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,044 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 775 | $117 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 547 | $37 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 226 | $34 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 208 | $26 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 205 | $33 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 180 | $36 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 328 | 96 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 217 | 145 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 134 | 77 |
| Timolol Maleate | 120 | 38 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 94 | 25 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 94 | 24 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 66 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$159 across 6 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 (1)
- 3124 Wilmington Rd Ste 302New Castle, PA 16105-1100Phone: (724) 965-8080Fax: (724) 965-8085
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-21
- Last updated
- 2026-04-07
- Certified
- 2026-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Joseph's NPI number?
- Christopher Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902002553, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Joseph's specialty?
- Christopher Joseph is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Joseph located?
- Christopher Joseph's practice location on file with NPPES is 2151 Shenango Valley Fwy Ste C-5, Hermitage, PA 16148-2586.
- What is Christopher Joseph's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Joseph is (724) 877-7991.
- Does Christopher Joseph accept Medicare?
- Christopher Joseph is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Joseph's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Joseph's NPI (1902002553) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.