Michael Knox, M.D.
NPI 1518160910 · Urology Physician · Paducah, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Knox, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Paducah, KY (NPI 1518160910).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518160910
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,543 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 474 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 258 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 175 | $86 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 152 | $214 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 62 | $2 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 269 | 101 |
| Cephalexin | 130 | 113 |
| Finasteride | 120 | 37 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 53 | 45 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 49 | 44 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 40 | 39 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$318 across 17 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
- 2007-06-06
- Last updated
- 2020-12-10
- Certified
- 2020-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Knox's NPI number?
- Michael Knox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518160910, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Knox's specialty?
- Michael Knox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Knox located?
- Michael Knox's practice location on file with NPPES is 2603 Kentucky Ave, Paducah, KY 42003-3814.
- What is Michael Knox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Knox is (270) 442-3539.
- Does Michael Knox accept Medicare?
- Michael Knox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Knox's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Knox's NPI (1518160910) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.