Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph O'Brien, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1437109907
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
10215 Fernwood RD Ste 506
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 530-1010
fax (301) 897-8597 - Additional location
-
2112 F St Nw, Suite 305
Washington, DC 200372715
(202) 251-7232
fax (202) 478-2577
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 9, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Maryland #D64482 · District of Columbia #MD036830
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437109907. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,792
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$628,075
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 634 | 389 | $47 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 382 | 305 | $141 | |
72120 |
X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views | 350 | 287 | $48 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 325 | 237 | $99 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 181 | 121 | $46 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 139 | 77 | $288 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 139 | 139 | $184 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 105 | 46 | $417 | |
22558 |
Fusion of lower spine bone through abdomen with partial removal of disc | 61 | 61 | $973 | |
22612 |
Fusion of spine in lower back | 52 | 51 | $1,794 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Bethesda Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician, average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 29× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$294,068
Transactions
117
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, INC. | 24 | $171,690.02 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 5 | $100,914.23 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 26 | $15,195.98 | |
| Providence Medical Technology, INC. | 35 | $2,657.84 | |
| Kuros Biosciences USA, INC | 1 | $800.00 | |
| Integrity Implants INC. Dba Accelus | 6 | $644.12 | |
| Xtant Medical INC | 4 | $423.46 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $388.64 | |
| Arteriocyte Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $342.66 | |
| OssDsign Incorporated | 5 | $298.22 | |
| Carlsmed, INC. | 2 | $143.06 | |
| Precision Medical Products INC. | 1 | $137.06 | |
| 4Web, INC. | 1 | $134.55 | |
| DeGen Medical, INC. | 1 | $130.83 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 2 | $77.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
250
Patients
161
Total drug cost
$2,247
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 76 | 61 | $801 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 41 | 28 | $358 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 34 | 22 | $149 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 30 | 18 | $640 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 30 | 13 | $126 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 27 | 19 | $102 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $70 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph O'Brien's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph O'Brien practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Joseph O'Brien practice?
Dr. Joseph O'Brien practices at 10215 Fernwood RD Ste 506, Bethesda, MD 20817. Office phone: 3015301010.
What is Dr. Joseph O'Brien's NPI?
Dr. Joseph O'Brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437109907, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph O'Brien accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph O'Brien accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph O'Brien commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views (HCPCS 72120). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.