2026 NPPES data Rheumatology Physician NPI 1760776512 M.D.
Verify on CMS →

JOSEPH BERT, M.D.

Rheumatology Physician in WOODBURY, Minnesota. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

Federal data — no proprietary rating. PlainDoctor publishes the actual CMS NPPES and Medicare records — NPI registration, specialty, practice location, and prescribing data — without a composite score or editorial opinion on top. Every field traces to a federal source.
Prescribing volume
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 307 beneficiaries · Rheumatology Physician avg: 2K
Generic prescribing
76%
generic claims · 24% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

JOSEPH BERT, M.D. filed 1,379 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Rheumatology Physician in WOODBURY, Minnesota, prescribing 76% generic.

1K
Part D claims, 2023
76%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

1,379 Top 21% higher than 79% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). This entry sits in this band. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

JOSEPH BERT, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about JOSEPH BERT, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/08/2011

NPI 1760776512

Primary specialty

Rheumatology Physician

Mid-sized

6,181 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,379 33% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,054

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Rheumatology Physician compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Rheumatology Physician share within Minnesota

1. Rheumatology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Rheumatology Physician share within Minnesota

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Rheumatology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Rheumatology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Rheumatology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Rheumatology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JOSEPH BERT, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Rheumatology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 4040 RADIO DR, WOODBURY, MN, 55129, with a listed phone of (651) 439-8807. NPI 1760776512 was issued on 06/08/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BERT most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,379 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 307 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $2.1 million in drug spend, split 24% brand-name and 76% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.0%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Rheumatology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,181 enrolled providers across 52 states and an average of 2,054 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

4040 RADIO DR
WOODBURY, MN 55129

Provider Details

NPI 1760776512
Specialty Rheumatology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/08/2011

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JOSEPH BERT, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

INFINITE HEALTH COLLABORATIVE, PA
HUDSON, WI

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

JOSEPH BERT, M.D. — brand share 24.0%
Specialty average (est.)

24% brand-name claims vs 76% generic, on 1,379 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

1,379
Total Claims
$2.1M
Total Drug Cost
307
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,916
Total Day Supply
85,256
Brand vs Generic
24% brand / 76% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$2.0M
Generic Drug Cost
$69K
Opioid Claims
14 (1.0% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.51
Gender Split
63% female / 37% male
Age Distribution
<65: 36, 65-74: 162, 75-84: 89, 85+: 20

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What JOSEPH BERT, M.D. prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Methotrexate
Methotrexate Sodium
226
Prednisone
223
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
210
Allopurinol
90
Enbrel Sureclick
Etanercept
84
Leflunomide
74
Sulfasalazine
55
Azathioprine
54
Humira(Cf) Pen
Adalimumab
41
Actemra
Tocilizumab
29

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Rheumatology Physician Overview

How JOSEPH BERT, M.D. fits within the Rheumatology Physician landscape nationally.

6,181
Rheumatology Physician Providers in US
52
States with Rheumatology Physician
2,054
Avg Claims per Provider

JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s 1,379 claims are below the specialty average of 2,054.

Nearby Rheumatology Physician Providers in Minnesota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Minnesota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BERT.

Compare Rheumatology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s specialty?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D. specializes in Rheumatology Physician and practices in WOODBURY, Minnesota. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JOSEPH BERT, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOSEPH BERT, M.D. wrote 1,379 Medicare Part D claims totaling $2.1M in drug costs for 307 beneficiaries.
Where is JOSEPH BERT, M.D. located?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D. is located at 4040 RADIO DR, WOODBURY, MN, 55129. Phone: (651) 439-8807.
What is JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s NPI number?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760776512, issued on 06/08/2011.
Does JOSEPH BERT, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s prescribing is 24% brand-name and 76% generic drugs by claim count, with $2.0M in brand drug costs.
Does JOSEPH BERT, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, JOSEPH BERT, M.D. had 14 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.0%.
How many Rheumatology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 6,181 Rheumatology Physician providers across 52 states in the US. The average Rheumatology Physician provider writes 2,054 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOSEPH BERT, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Methotrexate, Prednisone, Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOSEPH BERT, M.D. accept Medicare?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,379 Part D claims and 307 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s credentials?
JOSEPH BERT, M.D.'s NPI is 1760776512 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Disclaimer: Data from CMS NPPES and Medicare Part D. PlainDoctor does not rate or rank providers. Provider information is self-reported and may not be current. Always verify information directly with the provider. About · Methodology