Joseph Dowden, M.D.
NPI 1215930649 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Odessa, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Dowden, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Odessa, TX (NPI 1215930649).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215930649
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14203R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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 tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
263 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 74 | $34 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 42 | $11 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 39 | $11 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 31 | $67 |
| Pathology Examination of Specimen During Surgery, First Tissue Block88331 | 26 | $96 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 21 | $76 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- Southern Pathology Services234-A Sabaneta Industrial ParkPonce, PR 00716Phone: (787) 651-0898Fax: (787) 843-3464
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2025-04-30
- Certified
- 2025-04-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Dowden's NPI number?
- Joseph Dowden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215930649, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Dowden's specialty?
- Joseph Dowden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Dowden located?
- Joseph Dowden's practice location on file with NPPES is 520 E 6th St, Odessa, TX 79761-4527.
- What is Joseph Dowden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Dowden is (432) 582-8467.
- Does Joseph Dowden accept Medicare?
- Joseph Dowden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Dowden's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Dowden's NPI (1215930649) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.