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DR. LERLA GEORGETTE JOSEPH M.D.
NPI 1326087875
Internal Medicine in Petersburg, VA

Active since June 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
849 S SYCAMORE ST STE A, PETERSBURG, VA 23803 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Lerla Georgette Joseph M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LERLA GEORGETTE JOSEPH M.D. (NPI 1326087875) is an individual internal medicine provider in Petersburg, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101036044) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326087875
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LERLA GEORGETTE JOSEPHCredential: M.D.
Location Address849 S SYCAMORE ST STE APetersburg, VA 23803-5801
Mailing Address921 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224-4069 · (804) 230-4913 · Fax (800) 609-6810
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 8, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMarch 8, 2024
✔ NPI 1326087875 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 0101036044✔ Licensed in VA · 010136044
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
849 S SYCAMORE ST STE A, Petersburg, VA 23803
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Other Identifiers 3

Other000101256VA · Cigna
Other055645VA · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid6063802VA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lerla Georgette Joseph M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6406935113
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091110000743
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
210 services95 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
61 services61 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) level 82947
A blood glucose level test measures the amount of sugar in your blood. It's often used to monitor and manage conditions like diabetes. High or low levels can indicate a health issue. The test is usually done by pricking your finger for a small blood sample.
59 services30 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
56 services37 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
52 services52 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
49 services49 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number490032
LocationPost Office Box 980510 1250 East Marshall StreetRichmond, VA 23298 · Richmond City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bon Secours Southside Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Petersburg, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490067
Location200 Medical Park BoulevardPetersburg, VA 23805 · Petersburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cjw Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490112
Location7101 Jahnke RoadRichmond, VA 23235 · Chesterfield County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23803 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
77%944 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
49%465 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
96%6,951 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
31%341 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%491 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
94%1,695 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
72%1,602 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
80%1,695 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
3%1,695 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
18%1,695 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers12 claims30 services$6.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$13.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$3.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$63.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers16 claims19 services$192.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MS. EVELYN MARIA CASON NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
849 S SYCAMORE ST STE A
PETERSBURG, VA 23803
Dinwiddie County (804) 715-1031
EMC HEALTH, LLC
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
849 S SYCAMORE ST STE A
PETERSBURG, VA 23803
Dinwiddie County (804) 715-1031

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lerla Joseph's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lerla Joseph is 1326087875. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2006.

Where is Lerla Joseph located?

Lerla Joseph practices at 849 S Sycamore St Ste A, Petersburg, VA 23803.

What is Lerla Joseph's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lerla Joseph enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lerla Joseph is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Lerla Joseph affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lerla Joseph is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals, Bon Secours Southside Medical Center and Cjw Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lerla Joseph was last updated on March 8, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.