Joshua Brent Herndon
Joshua Brent Herndon is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Summerville, GA with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across GA can see Joshua Brent Herndon in person in Summerville or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Mercer University School of Medicine (class of 2020), he has been practicing for over 6 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 98.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 991dNPPES updated 2023-09-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202398.11/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.5 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.56%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
3.56% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.8%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
81
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
297
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,432
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $182k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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 · 2020
Mercer University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 4, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
6 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Mercer University School of Medicine (Class of 2020)
Mailing address
420 E 2nd Ave Ste 103, Rome, GA 30161-3210
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Joshua Brent Herndon
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joshua Brent Herndon for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Summerville 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 Joshua Brent Herndon
NPI records show Dr. Herndon as active with telehealth listed in Summerville, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 857-3915.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joshua Brent Herndon
Practice Location
11766 Highway 27, Summerville, GA 30747-5989
Mailing Address
420 E 2nd Ave Ste 103, Rome, GA 30161-3210
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