Joseph Mwesige, M.D
NPI 1952546038 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Sayre, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Mwesige, M.D is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Sayre, PA (NPI 1952546038).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952546038
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD437681 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
925 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 | 271 | $122 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 107 | $102 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 78 | $173 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 74 | $74 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 68 | $4 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 210 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 2,251 | 187 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,865 | 106 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,292 | 102 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,187 | 82 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,151 | 79 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,132 | 89 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$34 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
- 2008-12-03
- Last updated
- 2021-03-05
- Certified
- 2021-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Mwesige's NPI number?
- Joseph Mwesige's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952546038, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Mwesige's specialty?
- Joseph Mwesige is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Mwesige located?
- Joseph Mwesige's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Guthrie Sq, Sayre, PA 18840-1625.
- What is Joseph Mwesige's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Mwesige is (570) 887-3106.
- Does Joseph Mwesige accept Medicare?
- Joseph Mwesige is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Mwesige's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Mwesige's NPI (1952546038) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.