JOSEPH L FARNAM MD
NPI 1518285584
Radiology - Vascular & Interventional Radiology in Newport, RI

Active since May 14, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
20 POWEL AVENUE, NEWPORT, RI 02840(401) 846-6400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 23, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 23, 2021, Nov 8, 2019, Oct 2, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Joseph L Farnam Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH L FARNAM MD (NPI 1518285584) is an individual vascular & interventional radiology provider in Newport, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (14057) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518285584
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0204X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH L FARNAMCredential: MD
Location Address20 POWEL AVENUENewport, RI 02840
Mailing Address20 Powel AvenueNewport, RI 02840
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 23, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 23, 2021
NPI 1518285584 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0204X
License Licensed in RI · 14057
Definition
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License 14057 (RI)
20 POWEL AVENUE, Newport, RI 02840

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

Joseph L Farnam Md 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 ID4486871399
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150527000169, I20221219002204
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 90

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.

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
836 services793 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
819 services739 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
494 services470 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
226 services222 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
160 services139 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
160 services159 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Saint Anne's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220020
Location795 Middle StreetFall River, MA 02721 · Bristol County
Emergency services

Southcoast Hospitals Group

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220074
Location363 Highland AvenueFall River, MA 02720 · Bristol County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02840 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
$90.48 typical visit price
range $58.57 – $177.03
Typical copayment $22.62 (range $14.64 – $44.25)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.93 typical visit price
range $18.92 – $144.38
Typical copayment $18.23 (range $4.73 – $36.09)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

83.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80
Improvement Activities40
Cost82.79

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%518 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%38 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Advanced Practice Midwife
20 POWEL AVENUE, NEWPORT HOSPITAL - LIFESPAN PHYSICIAN GROUP
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Advanced Practice Midwife
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Physician Assistant
20 POWEL AVENUE, COMPREHENSIVE SPINE CENTER, NEWPORT HOSPITAL
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Physical Therapist
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Advanced Practice Midwife
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840
Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 POWEL AVENUE
NEWPORT, RI 02840

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 Joseph Farnam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Farnam is 1518285584. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2010.

Where is Joseph Farnam located?

Joseph Farnam practices at 20 Powel Avenue, Newport, RI 02840. The listed phone number is (401) 846-6400.

What is Joseph Farnam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Vascular & Interventional Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0204X.

Is Joseph Farnam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Farnam 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 Joseph Farnam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Farnam is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital and Southcoast Hospitals Group.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Farnam was last updated on November 23, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.