BONE & JOINT SPECIALISTS, PC
NPI 1629083076
Orthopaedic Surgery in Merrillville, IN

Q: What is Bone & Joint Specialists, PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bone & Joint Specialists, PC is 1629083076. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Q: What is Bone & Joint Specialists, PC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Active since July 31, 2006

9001 BROADWAY, MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410(219) 795-3360(219) 756-6500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 6, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Bone & Joint Specialists, Pc NPPES

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

BONE & JOINT SPECIALISTS, PC (NPI 1629083076) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopaedic surgery in Merrillville, Indiana and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. The organization lists Cindy Bella, Billing Supervisor, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629083076

Entity TypeOrganization

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Legal Business NameBONE & JOINT SPECIALISTS, PC

Location Address9001 BROADWAYMerrillville, IN 46410-7039

Mailing Address9001 BroadwayMerrillville, IN 46410-7041 · (219) 795-3360 · Fax (219) 756-6500

Phone(219) 795-3360

Fax(219) 756-6500

Organization SubpartNo

Authorized OfficialCindy BellaBilling Supervisor · (219) 795-3360

Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 6, 2026

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 6, 2026

✔ NPI 1629083076 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

9001 BROADWAY, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Other Identifiers 7

OtherP00276218IN · Railroad Medicare

Other5426631IN · Aetna - Kenneth J. Ham, Md

Other611265200IN · Department Of Labor

Medicaid200536660IN

Other000000383653IN · Anthem Bcbs

Other4611377IN · Aetna - Joseph F. Schwartz, Md

Other90001242IN · Bcbs Of Illinois

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Bone & Joint Specialists, Pc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 23 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Bone & Joint Specialists, PC, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 7 practice at this address and 14 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 7

Physical Therapist in Private Practice9

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice7

Orthopedic Surgery2

Podiatry2

Hand Surgery1

Neurosurgery1

Nurse Practitioner1

Nearest to this location (20)

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Scott Andrews, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

NPI 1962401505

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Kelley Grafton, MSN, RN

Nurse Practitioner

NPI 1821802497

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Kenneth Ham, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

NPI 1245231125

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

James Hong, D.P.M.

Podiatry

NPI 1881778009

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

John Rachoy, DPM

Podiatry

NPI 1124138805

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Joseph Schwartz, M.D.

Hand Surgery

NPI 1619978350

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Mohammad Shukairy, M.D.

Neurosurgery

NPI 1952510653

9001 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 795-3360

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

Mohammed Motawea, PT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1700990645

8455 BROADWAY
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 769-7211

✔ Accepts Medicare0.7 mi

Nicole Bolda, PT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1255355780

329 W 84TH DR
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 791-9021

✔ Accepts Medicare0.7 mi

Katelyn Halbig, OT

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1407599186

300 E 109TH AVE STE B
Crown Point, IN 46307

(219) 662-2400

✔ Accepts Medicare2.3 mi

Christina Reasoner, OTR

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1528166477

300 E 109TH AVE STE B
Crown Point, IN 46307

(630) 575-6200

✔ Accepts Medicare2.3 mi

Jon Dal Santo, DPT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1942855218

11360 BROADWAY
Crown Point, IN 46307

(219) 600-4656

✔ Accepts Medicare3.0 mi

Omar Ferrario, PT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1518039874

5129 E 81ST AVE
Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 945-5777

✔ Accepts Medicare3.3 mi

Travis Sharp, MPT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1538279898

10787 RANDOLPH ST STE 220
Winfield, IN 46307

(219) 333-5900

✔ Accepts Medicare5.6 mi

Christine Borders, OTR/L, CHT

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1285646810

9250 COLUMBIA AVE STE 1F
Munster, IN 46321

(219) 836-4921

✔ Accepts Medicare11 mi

Miranda Lipp, OT

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1437782620

10110 DON S POWERS DR
Munster, IN 46321

(219) 961-9480

✔ Accepts Medicare11 mi

David Hudak, P.T.

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1144369687

801 MACARTHUR BLVD STE 304
Munster, IN 46321

(219) 836-1060

✔ Accepts Medicare11 mi

Caryn Masterson, MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1336398759

7443 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD
Hammond, IN 46324

(219) 844-8100

11 mi

Magdy Dous

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1033838800

1738 165TH ST STE A
Hammond, IN 46320

(219) 844-1782

✔ Accepts Medicare12 mi

Doran Lounsbury, PT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1144391939

301 W HOMER ST
Michigan City, IN 46360

(219) 879-8511

✔ Accepts Medicare28 mi

See all 23 clinicians

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Bone & Joint Specialists, PC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bone & Joint Specialists, PC is 1629083076. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Where is Bone & Joint Specialists, PC located?

Bone & Joint Specialists, PC is located at 9001 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410. The listed phone number is (219) 795-3360.

What is Bone & Joint Specialists, PC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Bone & Joint Specialists, PC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bone & Joint Specialists, PC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Bone & Joint Specialists, PC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 23 clinicians in 7 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Bone & Joint Specialists, PC. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Physical Therapist in Private Practice (9), Occupational Therapist in Private Practice (7) and Orthopedic Surgery (2). Of these, 7 practice at this address and 14 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Bone & Joint Specialists, PC accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Bone & Joint Specialists, PC as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bone & Joint Specialists, PC was last updated on February 6, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.