Joseph Ingram, M.D.
NPI 1174889885 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Ingram, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1174889885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174889885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.33079 (AL)
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
14 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
1,299 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 229 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 214 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 121 | $111 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 108 | $20 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament20550 | 104 | $43 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 99 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 214 | 156 |
| Methylprednisolone | 52 | 47 |
| Meloxicam | 35 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | 19 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 16 | 15 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 15 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$67 across 4 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
- 2012-04-06
- Last updated
- 2018-05-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Ingram's NPI number?
- Joseph Ingram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174889885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Ingram's specialty?
- Joseph Ingram is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Ingram located?
- Joseph Ingram's practice location on file with NPPES is 1801 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235.
- What is Joseph Ingram's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Ingram is (205) 838-3900.
- Does Joseph Ingram accept Medicare?
- Joseph Ingram is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Ingram's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Ingram's NPI (1174889885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.