JOSEPH A VENDITTI JR. M.D.
NPI 1659466639
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Merrillville, IN
Active since October 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, SUITE F, MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410(219) 769-7800(219) 755-0748 Get Directions Write a Review
About Joseph A Venditti Jr. M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
JOSEPH A VENDITTI JR. M.D. (NPI 1659466639) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Merrillville, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (010-35813) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwest Health-la Porte, and is a graduate of Other (1979).
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1659466639
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH A VENDITTI JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address8687 CONNECTICUT ST, SUITE FMerrillville, IN 46410-6361
Mailing Address8687 Connecticut St, Suite FMerrillville, IN 46410-6361 · (219) 769-7800 · Fax (219) 755-0748
Phone(219) 769-7800
Fax(219) 755-0748
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1659466639 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.
Specialties & Licenses
★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 010-35813
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, Merrillville, IN 46410
Other Identifiers 2
Medicare UPINE05618
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified387190J
Accepted Insurance
The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource.Insurance ›
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Joseph A Venditti Jr. 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 ID5496818338
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091214000386
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 6
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.
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
32 services29 patients
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.
30 services26 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.
21 services19 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
11 services11 patients
Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3
Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.
Northwest Health-La Porte
Acute Care Hospitals · La Porte, INOwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150006
Location1331 State StreetLa Porte, IN 46350 · La Porte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
Northwest Health - Porter
Acute Care Hospitals · Valparaiso, INOwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150035
Location85 East Us Hwy 6Valparaiso, IN 46383 · Porter County
Emergency services Birthing friendly
Northwest Health - Starke
Acute Care Hospitals · Knox, INOwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150102
Location102 E Culver RdKnox, IN 46534 · Starke County
Emergency services
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46410 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
$161.76 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $40.44 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.
Reported Quality Measures
Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
2%57 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
4%180 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
82%72 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%498 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
0%206 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
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.
95%310 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.
55%492 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
58%206 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
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…
25%288 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
55%107 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
0%266 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 78% · 60 patients
100%60 patients
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…
66%492 patients3/55-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…
4%492 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 206 patients
0%206 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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 7
Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, STE D
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Physician Assistant (Medical)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, STE D
MERILLVILLE, IL 46410
MERILLVILLE, IL 46410
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, SUITE F
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, SUITE F
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, STE D
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
8687 CONNECTICUT ST, STE D
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
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 Venditti's NPI number?
The NPI number for Joseph Venditti is 1659466639. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2006.
Where is Joseph Venditti located?
Joseph Venditti practices at 8687 Connecticut St Suite F, Merrillville, IN 46410. The listed phone number is (219) 769-7800.
What is Joseph Venditti's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.
Is Joseph Venditti enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. Joseph Venditti 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.
What insurance does Joseph Venditti accept?
Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Joseph Venditti 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.
Is Joseph Venditti affiliated with any hospitals?
According to CMS data, Joseph Venditti is affiliated with Northwest Health-La Porte, Northwest Health - Porter and Northwest Health - Starke.
When was this NPI record last updated?
The NPPES record for Joseph Venditti was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.
