Joseph Ferrara, MD
NPI 1942450002 · Neurology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Ferrara, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1942450002).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942450002
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 42551 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
616 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 | 223 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 138 | $177 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 118 | $164 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 95 | $214 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 | $90 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician Or |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 573 | 162 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 327 | 137 |
| Levetiracetam | 266 | 88 |
| Primidone | 214 | 79 |
| Topiramate | 130 | 39 |
| Memantine Hcl | 113 | 28 |
| Gabapentin | 103 | 33 |
| Clonazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 1 record (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)
- 2280 Hemby LnGreenville, NC 27834-3773Phone: (252) 744-9400Fax: (252) 744-9401
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-09-25
- Last updated
- 2024-02-09
- Certified
- 2024-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Ferrara's NPI number?
- Joseph Ferrara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942450002, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Ferrara's specialty?
- Joseph Ferrara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Ferrara located?
- Joseph Ferrara's practice location on file with NPPES is 8 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 420, Columbia, SC 29203-8004.
- What is Joseph Ferrara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Ferrara is (803) 545-6050.
- Does Joseph Ferrara accept Medicare?
- Joseph Ferrara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Ferrara's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Ferrara's NPI (1942450002) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.