Joseph Cheatle, MD
NPI 1093976995 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Cheatle, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1093976995).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093976995
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36597 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
1,357 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 340 | $126 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 144 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $90 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 98 | $163 |
| Mri Scan of Upper Spinal Canal Without Contrast72141 | 72 | $104 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 103 | 36 |
| Meloxicam | 51 | 21 |
| Methylprednisolone | 33 | 31 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 29 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 28 | 24 |
| Diazepam | 24 | 20 |
| Methocarbamol | 22 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$26,965 across 74 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
- 2008-06-23
- Last updated
- 2025-08-07
- Certified
- 2025-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Cheatle's NPI number?
- Joseph Cheatle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093976995, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Cheatle's specialty?
- Joseph Cheatle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Cheatle located?
- Joseph Cheatle's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 Baldwin Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204-3109.
- What is Joseph Cheatle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Cheatle is (704) 376-1605.
- Does Joseph Cheatle accept Medicare?
- Joseph Cheatle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Cheatle's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Cheatle's NPI (1093976995) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.