Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Eric Freedman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Palm Desert, CA
- NPI 1417952797
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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36951 Cook Street, Ste 102
Palm Desert, CA 922116082
(760) 342-8444
fax (760) 342-8544 - Mailing address
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36951 Cook St, Ste 102
Palm Desert, CA 922116082
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 29, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A507120
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417952797. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,132
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$169,083
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 661 | 325 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 551 | 354 | $76 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 326 | 326 | $111 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 274 | 27 | $27 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 258 | 151 | $48 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 236 | 119 | $41 | |
76000 |
Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less | 187 | 164 | $46 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 166 | 27 | $22 | |
97032 |
Application of electrical stimulation with therapist present, each 15 minutes | 108 | 25 | $12 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 102 | 55 | $47 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Palm Desert Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 195. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$57
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 15 | 0 | $57 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Eric Freedman's medical specialty?
Dr. Eric Freedman practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Palm Desert, CA.
Where does Dr. Eric Freedman practice?
Dr. Eric Freedman practices at 36951 Cook Street, Palm Desert, CA 922116082. Office phone: 7603428444.
What is Dr. Eric Freedman's NPI?
Dr. Eric Freedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417952797, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Eric Freedman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Eric Freedman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Eric Freedman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.