Joseph Gaines, MD
NPI 1003882036 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Athens, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Gaines, MD is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Athens, GA (NPI 1003882036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003882036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 028550 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,238 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,083 | $34 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 278 | $11 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 225 | $32 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 173 | $74 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 155 | $25 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 95 | $10 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2026-03-04
- Certified
- 2026-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Gaines's NPI number?
- Joseph Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003882036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Gaines's specialty?
- Joseph Gaines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Gaines located?
- Joseph Gaines's practice location on file with NPPES is 1230 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606.
- What is Joseph Gaines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Gaines is (706) 389-2425.
- Does Joseph Gaines accept Medicare?
- Joseph Gaines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Gaines's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Gaines's NPI (1003882036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.