Quick answers
- Does Joseph S. Parpala accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Joseph S. Parpala may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Joseph S. Parpala see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 12 Original Medicare patients and 45 services for Joseph S. Parpala. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Joseph S. Parpala's NPI number?
- 1447596911. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Joseph S. Parpala, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 12 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 45 |
| Different services or procedures | 1 |
| Participating Medicare provider | No |
| Average age of these patients | 72 |
Most frequent services
- Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 1-2 spinal regions (98940)45 services
Practice locations
Addresses where Joseph S. Parpala is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 5094 Miller Trunk Hwy, Suite 300Hermantown, MN 55811 (218) 729‑7077
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Joseph S. Parpala as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- True North Spinal Care PLLC2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Chiropracticprimary
Other chiropractors in Minnesota
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Minnesota — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in True North Spinal Care PLLC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | CH |
|---|---|
| School | Northwestern College Of Chiropractic |
| Graduation year | 2012 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1447596911 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians