Joel Cotton, M.D.
NPI 1033161625 · Neurology Physician · Omaha, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Cotton, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Omaha, NE (NPI 1033161625).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033161625
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 14391 (NE)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
585 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 182 | $153 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 98 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $117 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 58 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $84 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 285 | 60 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 250 | 74 |
| Carbamazepine | 66 | 17 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 64 | 15 |
| Lacosamide | 32 | — |
| Oxcarbazepine | 32 | — |
| Carbamazepinebrand: Carbamazepine Er | 30 | — |
| Topiramate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$376 across 16 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Cotton's NPI number?
- Joel Cotton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033161625, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Cotton's specialty?
- Joel Cotton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Cotton located?
- Joel Cotton's practice location on file with NPPES is 8901 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68114-3321.
- What is Joel Cotton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Cotton is (402) 354-2000.
- Does Joel Cotton accept Medicare?
- Joel Cotton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Cotton's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Cotton's NPI (1033161625) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.