Joshua Espelund, M.D.
NPI 1225158819 · Otolaryngology Physician · Spencer, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Espelund, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Spencer, IA (NPI 1225158819).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225158819
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39460 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
1,436 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 420 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 159 | $101 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 146 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 135 | $34 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 119 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 105 | 25 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 50 | 36 |
| Prednisone | 41 | 36 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 39 | 34 |
| Gabapentin | 37 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 28 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortbrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hc |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 1 record (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
- 2007-03-29
- Last updated
- 2017-09-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Espelund's NPI number?
- Joshua Espelund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225158819, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Espelund's specialty?
- Joshua Espelund is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Espelund located?
- Joshua Espelund's practice location on file with NPPES is 920 Grand Ave, Spencer, IA 51301-3641.
- What is Joshua Espelund's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Espelund is (712) 262-8120.
- Does Joshua Espelund accept Medicare?
- Joshua Espelund is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Espelund's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Espelund's NPI (1225158819) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-09-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.