Joseph Kulpeksa, M.D.
NPI 1154388056 · Internal Medicine Physician · Bay St Louis, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Kulpeksa, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Bay St Louis, MS (NPI 1154388056).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154388056
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 117451 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
699 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 184 | $109 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 93 | $113 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 86 | $164 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 84 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 64 | $104 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 61 | $74 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 124 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | 386 | 90 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 239 | 72 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 205 | 60 |
| Furosemide | 194 | 55 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 191 | 57 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 190 | 55 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$118 across 6 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1502 Ward AveCaruthersville, MO 63830-2571Phone: (573) 333-4244Fax: (573) 359-4552
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-26
- Last updated
- 2019-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Kulpeksa's NPI number?
- Joseph Kulpeksa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154388056, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Kulpeksa's specialty?
- Joseph Kulpeksa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Kulpeksa located?
- Joseph Kulpeksa's practice location on file with NPPES is 149 Drinkwater Rd, Bay St Louis, MS 39520-1658.
- What is Joseph Kulpeksa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Kulpeksa is (228) 467-8600.
- Does Joseph Kulpeksa accept Medicare?
- Joseph Kulpeksa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Kulpeksa's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Kulpeksa's NPI (1154388056) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.