Joseph Empey, M.D.
NPI 1205058294 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · St George, UT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Empey, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in St George, UT (NPI 1205058294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205058294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5758849-1205 (UT)
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
19 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
2,978 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 | 477 | $129 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 317 | $255 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 313 | $287 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 193 | $110 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 182 |
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 | 123 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 98 | 53 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 35 |
| Meloxicam | 45 | 17 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 37 | 30 |
| Cephalexin | 29 | 27 |
| Ibuprofen | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,096 across 40 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
- 2007-05-02
- Last updated
- 2023-02-16
- Certified
- 2023-02-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Empey's NPI number?
- Joseph Empey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205058294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Empey's specialty?
- Joseph Empey is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Empey located?
- Joseph Empey's practice location on file with NPPES is 617 E Riverside Dr Ste 301, St George, UT 84790-8722.
- What is Joseph Empey's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Empey is (435) 216-7000.
- Does Joseph Empey accept Medicare?
- Joseph Empey is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Empey's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Empey's NPI (1205058294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.