Joseph Ward, MD
NPI 1902127764 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Cadillac, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Ward, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Cadillac, MI (NPI 1902127764).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902127764
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301096336 (MI)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
476 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 73 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 70 | $128 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 63 | $46 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 48 | $55 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 44 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 39 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 202 | 118 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 192 | 118 |
| Mupirocin | 128 | 121 |
| Cephalexin | 123 | 112 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 90 | 88 |
| Famotidine | 77 | 73 |
| Prednisone | 63 | 59 |
| Amoxicillin | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$359 across 8 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 (3)
- 44038 Woodward AveSuite 200Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302-5035Phone: (248) 335-2977Fax: (248) 712-4939
- 7665 S US 131 HwyCadillac, MI 49601Phone: (231) 876-7526
- 1345 E Parkdale AveManistee, MI 49660-9318Phone: (231) 398-1750Fax: (231) 398-1735
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-06-16
- Last updated
- 2026-03-09
- Certified
- 2026-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Ward's NPI number?
- Joseph Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902127764, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Ward's specialty?
- Joseph Ward is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Ward located?
- Joseph Ward's practice location on file with NPPES is 8872 Professional Dr Ste B, Cadillac, MI 49601-8482.
- What is Joseph Ward's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Ward is (231) 779-0320.
- Does Joseph Ward accept Medicare?
- Joseph Ward is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Ward's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Ward's NPI (1902127764) 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.