Joshua Aaron Waters, MD
Joshua Aaron Waters is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Indianapolis, IN with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Joshua Aaron Waters, MD specializes in colon & rectal surgery, serving patients in Indianapolis, IN in group practice. A Indiana University School of Medicine graduate since 2007, he brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
Older · 1013dNPPES updated 2023-08-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Indiana Medical Licensing Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1801 N. Senate Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202-1212
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.98%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
10.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
111
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
65
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
173
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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 Cancer.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$138 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Joshua Aaron Waters's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 13, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
250 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219-4959
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Joshua Aaron Waters
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joshua Aaron Waters for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Indianapolis 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 Aaron Waters
NPI records show Dr. Waters as active with telehealth listed in Indianapolis, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (317) 963-1400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joshua Aaron Waters
Practice Location
1801 N. Senate Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202-1212
Mailing Address
250 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219-4959
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