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JOSEPH ZUCKER MD
NPI 1992786537
Orthopaedic Surgery in Albemarle, NC

Active since November 10, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
105 YADKIN ST, STE 101, ALBEMARLE, NC 28001(980) 323-5425 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023, Mar 9, 2023 and 58 more (61 updates tracked since 2017).

About Joseph Zucker Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH ZUCKER MD (NPI 1992786537) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Albemarle, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (28600) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992786537
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH ZUCKERCredential: MD
Location Address105 YADKIN ST, STE 101Albemarle, NC 28001-3449
Mailing AddressPo Box 19305Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Phone(980) 323-5425
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 202461 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1992786537 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 28600
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.
105 YADKIN ST, Albemarle, NC 28001
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, CareSource, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc.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 Zucker 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 ID8325944648
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031209000292, I20200330001501
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 3

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.
18 services18 patients
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant 27245
This procedure involves repairing a fractured thigh bone by inserting a bone implant. The implant helps stabilize the bone, allowing it to heal correctly. It's performed under anesthesia and requires a hospital stay for recovery.
16 services16 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Muncie, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150089
Location2401 University AveMuncie, IN 47303 · Delaware County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Albemarle, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340119
Location301 Yadkin StAlbemarle, NC 28001 · Stanly County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28001 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

95.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

ALAN SEGAL
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 YADKIN ST, SUITE 102
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (980) 323-5330
ALLA ZEMLYAK MD
Surgery
105 YADKIN ST, STE 203
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (980) 323-5300
DR. TANYA RUSSO DO
Pediatrics
105 YADKIN ST, SUITE 303
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (803) 532-2208
STANLY MEDICAL SERVICES
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
105 YADKIN ST, STE 101
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (704) 983-5195
MR. LANNY LEE MONROE JR. MD
Pediatrics
105 YADKIN ST, SUITE 303
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (704) 982-2683
THOMAS JOSEPH MCDONALD JR. MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 YADKIN ST, STE 102
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (980) 323-5330
SUSAN LYNN RUSSELL THOMAS FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
105 YADKIN ST, STE 303
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (980) 323-5400
CAROLINAS PHYSICIANS NETWORK INC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
105 YADKIN ST, STE 102
ALBEMARLE, NC 28001
Stanly County (980) 323-5330

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 Zucker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Zucker is 1992786537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2005.

Where is Joseph Zucker located?

Joseph Zucker practices at 105 Yadkin St Ste 101, Albemarle, NC 28001. The listed phone number is (980) 323-5425.

What is Joseph Zucker's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Zucker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Zucker 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 Zucker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, CareSource and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Joseph Zucker 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 Zucker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Zucker is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital and Stanly Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Zucker was last updated on July 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.