Joseph J Herman, M.D.
Infectious Disease Internal Medicine
Joseph J Herman is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Bremerton, WA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Joseph J Herman, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 40+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4947dNPPES updated 2012-11-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2620 Wheaton Way, Bremerton, WA 98310-3335
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.01%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.9 pts)
7.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.5%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,074
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
426
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,224
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $823k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
Taxonomy: 207RI0200X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Joseph J Herman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph J Herman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bremerton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph J Herman
Dr. Herman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Bremerton, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 377-3923.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph J Herman
Practice Location
2620 Wheaton Way, Bremerton, WA 98310-3335
Mailing Address
2620 Wheaton Way, Bremerton, WA 98310-3335
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