Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Ruggerio, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Myrtle Beach, SC
- NPI 1437620143
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 8 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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920 Doug White Dr Ste 420
Myrtle Beach, SC 295724182
(843) 497-7772
fax (843) 848-7530 - Additional location
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2361 Cypress Cir
Conway, SC 295268921
(843) 347-3900
fax (843) 347-3930 - Additional location
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6010 Highway 707, Ste 300
Myrtle Beach, SC 295887321
(843) 347-3900
fax (843) 347-3930
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 17, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #22443
- Medicaid
- SC #NP5757
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437620143. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
419
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$30,451
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 343 | 184 | $73 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 33 | 33 | $85 | |
49650 |
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | 29 | 29 | $69 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 14 | 14 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Myrtle Beach Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 115. This provider delivers 3.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$53
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axonics, INC. | 1 | $23.54 | |
| Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $15.55 | |
| Hydrofera LLC | 1 | $14.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
298
Patients
258
Total drug cost
$1,590
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 61 | 57 | $176 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 54 | 50 | $86 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 40 | 36 | $46 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 34 | 31 | $50 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 31 | 30 | $82 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 29 | 27 | $47 |
| Cilostazol | Generic | 27 | 16 | $1,050 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $35 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $19 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Ruggerio's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Ruggerio practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Where does Dr. Joseph Ruggerio practice?
Dr. Joseph Ruggerio practices at 920 Doug White Dr Ste 420, Myrtle Beach, SC 295724182. Office phone: 8434977772.
What is Dr. Joseph Ruggerio's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Ruggerio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437620143, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Ruggerio accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Ruggerio accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Ruggerio commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope (HCPCS 47562); Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope (HCPCS 49650). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.