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DR. JOSEPH MICHAEL FERRARA JR. MD
NPI 1942450002
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Joseph Ferrara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Ferrara is 1942450002. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2008.

Q: What is Joseph Ferrara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Ferrara was last updated on July 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 35 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.

Active since September 25, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

98.33/100

CMS Quality Rating

8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 420, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 545-6050 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 10, 2026, Feb 9, 2024, Sep 19, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Joseph Michael Ferrara Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH MICHAEL FERRARA JR. MD (NPI 1942450002) is an individual neurology provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (83743) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ecu Health Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Greenville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942450002

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH MICHAEL FERRARA JR.Credential: MD

Location Address8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 420Columbia, SC 29203-8004

Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7303

Phone(803) 545-6050

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 10, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 10, 2026

✔ NPI 1942450002 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 83743✔ Licensed in KY · 42551✔ Licensed in NC · 2022-02002✔ Licensed in VA · 0101251178

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 420, Columbia, SC 29203

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12280 Hemby LnGreenville, NC 27834-3773 · Phone (252) 744-9400 · Fax (252) 744-9401

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid837438SC

Medicaid7100095160KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

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. Joseph Michael Ferrara Jr. 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 ID6901968114

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220923002186

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 7

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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585

Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.

5,370 services13 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.

223 services185 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

138 services128 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.

118 services118 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.

95 services95 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.

25 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ecu Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340040

Location2100 Stantonsburg RdGreenville, NC 27834 · Pitt County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ecu Health North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Roanoke Rapids, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340151

Location250 Smith Church RoadRoanoke Rapids, NC 27870 · Halifax County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29203 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

$124.04 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.12 typical visit price

range $16.96 – $133.52

Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)

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.

98.33/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

82.93

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

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