Joshua Lawson, M.D.
NPI 1235472036 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Lawson, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1235472036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235472036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 51513 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,972 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 | 312 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 294 | $36 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 277 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 244 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 212 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 140 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 250 | 138 |
| Celecoxib | 178 | 107 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 170 | 94 |
| Methocarbamol | 110 | 70 |
| Methylprednisolone | 105 | 97 |
| Meloxicam | 88 | 44 |
| Cefadroxil | 76 | 74 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$154 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2205 Mccallie Ave Ste 302Chattanooga, TN 37404-3334Phone: (423) 624-2696Fax: (423) 622-6249
- 2051 Hamill Rd Ste 3000Hixson, TN 37343-6609Phone: (423) 624-2696Fax: (423) 622-6249
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-03-29
- Last updated
- 2025-02-17
- Certified
- 2025-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Lawson's NPI number?
- Joshua Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235472036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Lawson's specialty?
- Joshua Lawson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Lawson located?
- Joshua Lawson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2415 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404-3322.
- What is Joshua Lawson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Lawson is (423) 624-2696.
- Does Joshua Lawson accept Medicare?
- Joshua Lawson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Lawson's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Lawson's NPI (1235472036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.