Josh Gast, D.O.
NPI 1437404761 · Internal Medicine Physician · Poplar Bluff, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Josh Gast, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Poplar Bluff, MO (NPI 1437404761).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437404761
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2016043822 (MO)
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
13 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
482 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 123 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 101 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 94 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 70 | $16 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 44 | $10 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 21 | $9 |
| Vitamin D-3 Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 140 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 564 | 169 |
| Losartan Potassium | 374 | 96 |
| Gabapentin | 346 | 83 |
| Lisinopril | 345 | 98 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 271 | 77 |
| Carvedilol | 215 | 57 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 203 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$239 across 13 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
- 2012-07-24
- Last updated
- 2026-06-06
- Certified
- 2026-06-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Josh Gast's NPI number?
- Josh Gast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437404761, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Josh Gast's specialty?
- Josh Gast is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Josh Gast located?
- Josh Gast's practice location on file with NPPES is 2210 Barron Rd Ste 120, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901-1922.
- What is Josh Gast's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Josh Gast is (573) 785-6536.
- Does Josh Gast accept Medicare?
- Josh Gast is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Josh Gast's NPI active?
- Yes — Josh Gast's NPI (1437404761) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.