John Hirsch, M.D.
NPI 1255652962 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Lubbock, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Hirsch, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Lubbock, TX (NPI 1255652962).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255652962
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- Q4430 (TX)
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
16 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
1,941 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 330 | $130 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 165 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 153 | $157 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 125 | $124 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 125 | $70 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 2,600 | 340 |
| Gabapentin | 665 | 202 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 471 | 76 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 269 | 86 |
| Pregabalin | 235 | 62 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 211 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,521 across 65 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
- 2010-06-16
- Last updated
- 2019-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Hirsch's NPI number?
- John Hirsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255652962, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Hirsch's specialty?
- John Hirsch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Hirsch located?
- John Hirsch's practice location on file with NPPES is 3419 22nd St, Lubbock, TX 79410.
- What is John Hirsch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Hirsch is (806) 796-3000.
- Does John Hirsch accept Medicare?
- John Hirsch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Hirsch's NPI active?
- Yes — John Hirsch's NPI (1255652962) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.