John Kosko, M.D.
NPI 1295937928 · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Hattiesburg, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Kosko, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician provider in Hattiesburg, MS (NPI 1295937928).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295937928
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T1810 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
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 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
1,961 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 383 | $29 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 328 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 302 | $114 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 216 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Foot, 2 Views73620 | 140 | $24 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 111 | $150 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 40 | 24 |
| Famotidine | 35 | 35 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 32 | 27 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 24 |
| Meloxicam | 28 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 28 | 24 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,210 across 11 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
- 2007-06-04
- Last updated
- 2011-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Kosko's NPI number?
- John Kosko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295937928, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Kosko's specialty?
- John Kosko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Kosko located?
- John Kosko's practice location on file with NPPES is 3688 Veterans Memorial Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39401-8246.
- What is John Kosko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Kosko is (601) 554-7400.
- Does John Kosko accept Medicare?
- John Kosko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Kosko's NPI active?
- Yes — John Kosko's NPI (1295937928) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.