Joseph Varnau, MD
NPI 1972916997 · Hospitalist Physician · Lafayette, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Varnau, MD is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Lafayette, IN (NPI 1972916997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972916997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01076192A (IN)
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 tenure28% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
993 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 396 | $72 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 214 | $105 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 183 | $109 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 133 | $157 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 36 | $196 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 71 | 18 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 56 | 26 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 56 | 27 |
| Prednisone | 50 | 47 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 38 | 16 |
| Digoxin | 32 | 11 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1104 E Grace StRensselaer, IN 47978Phone: (219) 866-5141Fax: (219) 866-3234
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-06
- Last updated
- 2023-07-17
- Certified
- 2023-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Varnau's NPI number?
- Joseph Varnau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972916997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Varnau's specialty?
- Joseph Varnau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Varnau located?
- Joseph Varnau's practice location on file with NPPES is 1701 S Creasy Ln, Lafayette, IN 47905-4972.
- What is Joseph Varnau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Varnau is (765) 502-4000.
- Does Joseph Varnau accept Medicare?
- Joseph Varnau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Varnau's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Varnau's NPI (1972916997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.