Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Zimmerman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Albany, NY
- NPI 1508157611
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.6 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1367 Washington Ave Ste 200
Albany, NY 122061048
(518) 489-2666
fax (518) 489-5933 - Additional location
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1019 New Loudon RD
Cohoes, NY 120475003
(518) 631-3286 - Additional location
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4 Medical Park Dr Ste 200
Malta, NY 120205004
(518) 631-3286
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 5, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #288331
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508157611. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
801
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$56,148
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 170 | 147 | $119 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 150 | 77 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 114 | 89 | $86 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 101 | 80 | $63 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 86 | 62 | $34 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 77 | 65 | $38 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $160 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 22 | 18 | $45 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 21 | 21 | $108 | |
73721 |
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast | 18 | 18 | $202 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Albany Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$129
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prodigy Surgical Distribution, INC. | 1 | $110.07 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 1 | $18.73 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
185
Patients
113
Total drug cost
$1,654
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 48 | 31 | $161 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 32 | 30 | $279 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 31 | 26 | $94 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 26 | 12 | $221 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 22 | 0 | $657 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 14 | $100 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 11 | 0 | $143 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Zimmerman's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Zimmerman practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. Joseph Zimmerman practice?
Dr. Joseph Zimmerman practices at 1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 122061048. Office phone: 5184892666.
What is Dr. Joseph Zimmerman's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508157611, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Zimmerman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Zimmerman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Zimmerman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.