Jamey Cost, MD
NPI 1154527976 · Otolaryngology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jamey Cost, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1154527976).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154527976
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 161379 (NC)
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
18 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
2,831 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 744 | $7 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 632 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 278 | $82 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 196 | $42 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 190 | $13 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 152 | $11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 169 | 72 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 106 | 26 |
| Omeprazole | 97 | 36 |
| Prednisone | 84 | 72 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 65 | — |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 47 | 27 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$294 across 5 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
- 2007-06-27
- Last updated
- 2010-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jamey Cost's NPI number?
- Jamey Cost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154527976, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jamey Cost's specialty?
- Jamey Cost is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jamey Cost located?
- Jamey Cost's practice location on file with NPPES is 304 10th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601-3883.
- What is Jamey Cost's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jamey Cost is (828) 322-2183.
- Does Jamey Cost accept Medicare?
- Jamey Cost is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jamey Cost's NPI active?
- Yes — Jamey Cost's NPI (1154527976) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.