2026 NPPES data Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician NPI 1235226101 M.D.
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JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in METAIRIE, Louisiana. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
7K
Medicare Part D claims · 755 beneficiaries · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
59%
generic claims · 41% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician ([object Object]) practicing in METAIRIE, Louisiana with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 7K claims across 755 beneficiaries — 41% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. filed 6,509 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across METAIRIE, Louisiana. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/10/2006

NPI 1235226101

Primary specialty

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician

Mid-sized

7,852 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

6,509 147% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,639

Specialty distribution in Louisiana

How Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician compares to other specialties among Louisiana providers

Louisiana providers

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within Louisiana

1. Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within Louisiana

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism 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 MURRAY, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider practicing in METAIRIE, Louisiana, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1235226101. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 3901 HOUMA BLVD, METAIRIE, LA, 70006, with a listed phone of (504) 885-1409. NPI 1235226101 was issued on 10/10/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MURRAY 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 6,509 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 755 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $2.1 million in drug spend, split 41% brand-name and 59% generic by claim count. 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.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 7,852 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 2,639 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

3901 HOUMA BLVD
METAIRIE, LA 70006

Provider Details

NPI 1235226101
Specialty Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/10/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. — brand share 41.0%
Specialty average (est.)

41% brand-name claims vs 59% generic, on 6,509 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.

6,509
Total Claims
$2.1M
Total Drug Cost
755
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
14,210
Total Day Supply
422,413
Brand vs Generic
41% brand / 59% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$2.0M
Generic Drug Cost
$63K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.41
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 21, 65-74: 369, 75-84: 295, 85+: 70

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Levothyroxine Sodium
681
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
554
Glimepiride
378
Synthroid
Levothyroxine Sodium
206
Novolog Flexpen
Insulin Aspart
178
Ozempic
Semaglutide
150
Jardiance
Empagliflozin
143
Metformin Hcl
133
Methimazole
119
Novolog
Insulin Aspart
103

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

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Overview

How JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. fits within the Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician landscape nationally.

7,852
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in US
54
States with Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
2,639
Avg Claims per Provider

JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s 6,509 claims are above the specialty average of 2,639.

Nearby Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in Louisiana

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

Compare Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s specialty?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician and practices in METAIRIE, Louisiana. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. wrote 6,509 Medicare Part D claims totaling $2.1M in drug costs for 755 beneficiaries.
Where is JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. located?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. is located at 3901 HOUMA BLVD, METAIRIE, LA, 70006. Phone: (504) 885-1409.
What is JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s NPI number?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235226101, issued on 10/10/2006.
Does JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s prescribing is 41% brand-name and 59% generic drugs by claim count, with $2.0M in brand drug costs.
How many Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 7,852 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider writes 2,639 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Metformin Hcl Er, Glimepiride. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. accept Medicare?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 6,509 Part D claims and 755 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s credentials?
JOSEPH MURRAY, M.D.'s NPI is 1235226101 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.

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

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