Joseph Fruland, MD
NPI 1952357337 · Dermatology Physician · Lafayette, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Fruland, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Lafayette, IN (NPI 1952357337).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952357337
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 48274 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 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
4,441 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,237 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,126 | $84 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 632 | $48 |
| Punch Biopsy, First Skin Growth11104 | 491 | $114 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 272 | $94 |
| Punch Biopsy, Each Additional Skin Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 82 | 51 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 66 | 49 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 34 | 15 |
| Nystatin | 30 | 11 |
| Fluorouracil | 30 | 28 |
| Metronidazole | 26 | 24 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 24 | 12 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 21 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2021-02-02
- Certified
- 2021-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Fruland's NPI number?
- Joseph Fruland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952357337, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Fruland's specialty?
- Joseph Fruland is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Fruland located?
- Joseph Fruland's practice location on file with NPPES is 2600 Ferry St, Lafayette, IN 47904-3055.
- What is Joseph Fruland's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Fruland is (765) 448-8000.
- Does Joseph Fruland accept Medicare?
- Joseph Fruland is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Fruland's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Fruland's NPI (1952357337) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.