Joseph Hicks, M.D.
NPI 1437148616 · Urology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Hicks, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1437148616).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437148616
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18910 (AL)
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
20 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
3,049 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 | 636 | $122 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 392 | $2 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 392 | $5 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 276 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 260 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 568 | 204 |
| Finasteride | 512 | 175 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 75 | 56 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 62 | 23 |
| Dutasteride | 60 | 20 |
| Levofloxacin | 57 | 50 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$717 across 36 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
- 2005-10-19
- Last updated
- 2020-12-16
- Certified
- 2020-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Hicks's NPI number?
- Joseph Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437148616, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Hicks's specialty?
- Joseph Hicks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Hicks located?
- Joseph Hicks's practice location on file with NPPES is 825 Adams St Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-3709.
- What is Joseph Hicks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Hicks is (256) 536-9020.
- Does Joseph Hicks accept Medicare?
- Joseph Hicks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Hicks's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Hicks's NPI (1437148616) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.