Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Difranco, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Erie, PA
- NPI 1407881162
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.2 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3939 W Ridge RD Ste C1
Erie, PA 165061887
(814) 217-0618
fax (833) 305-0497
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 2, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #SC005909
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407881162. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,832
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$173,308
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 796 | 216 | $43 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 674 | 202 | $78 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 337 | 166 | $86 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 215 | 25 | $0 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 85 | 63 | $54 | |
11055 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth | 77 | 37 | $68 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 75 | 52 | $33 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 74 | 72 | $23 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 69 | 66 | $125 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 69 | 11 | $1 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Erie Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$796
Transactions
33
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organogenesis INC. | 19 | $246.55 | |
| Averitas Pharma INC. | 4 | $145.36 | |
| PolyNovo North America LLC | 1 | $139.49 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 2 | $106.33 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 4 | $99.92 | |
| Tactile Systems Technology INC | 2 | $34.81 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $23.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
219
Patients
86
Total drug cost
$2,892
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 44 | 12 | $1,002 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 41 | 17 | $473 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 40 | 18 | $161 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 28 | 22 | $247 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 17 | $154 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 18 | 0 | $496 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $206 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 12 | 0 | $153 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Difranco's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Difranco practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Erie, PA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Difranco practice?
Dr. Joseph Difranco practices at 3939 W Ridge RD Ste C1, Erie, PA 165061887. Office phone: 8142170618.
What is Dr. Joseph Difranco's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Difranco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407881162, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Difranco accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Difranco accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Difranco commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.