Joseph Popper, MD
NPI 1528355179 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Popper, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1528355179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528355179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2022-02462 (NC)
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
14 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
1,206 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 | 401 | $125 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 166 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 90 | $38 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 80 | $199 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 66 | $121 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Lower Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, 1 Segment63047 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 330 | 211 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 274 | 197 |
| Celecoxib | 249 | 177 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 236 | 183 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 229 | 203 |
| Methylprednisolone | 117 | 100 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,578 across 51 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
- 2011-07-05
- Last updated
- 2023-06-06
- Certified
- 2023-06-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Popper's NPI number?
- Joseph Popper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528355179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Popper's specialty?
- Joseph Popper is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Popper located?
- Joseph Popper's practice location on file with NPPES is 214 18th St Se, Hickory, NC 28602.
- What is Joseph Popper's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Popper is (828) 624-1630.
- Does Joseph Popper accept Medicare?
- Joseph Popper is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Popper's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Popper's NPI (1528355179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.