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JOSEPH AVERBACH MD
NPI 1649249798
Emergency Medicine in West Palm Beach, FL

Active since March 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1309 N FLAGLER DR, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401(561) 655-5511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Joseph Averbach Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH AVERBACH MD (NPI 1649249798) is an individual emergency medicine provider in West Palm Beach, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME0058033) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649249798
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH AVERBACHCredential: MD
Location Address1309 N FLAGLER DRWest Palm Beach, FL 33401-3406
Mailing AddressPo Box 863481Orlando, FL 32886-3481
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1649249798 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME0058033
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1309 N FLAGLER DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Other Identifiers 1

Other11878FL · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Joseph Averbach Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
340 services309 patients
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292
Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.
322 services220 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
307 services277 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
16 services16 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33401 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
$91.69 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$103.21 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse First Assistant)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Registered Nurse (Emergency)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1309 N FLAGLER DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401

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 Averbach's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Averbach is 1649249798. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Where is Joseph Averbach located?

Joseph Averbach practices at 1309 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The listed phone number is (561) 655-5511.

What is Joseph Averbach's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Joseph Averbach enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Averbach is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Joseph Averbach accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and Oscar Insurance Company list Joseph Averbach 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 Joseph Averbach was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 45 days 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.