Joseph Cottone, M.D.
NPI 1639177447 · Specialist · Gulfport, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Cottone, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Gulfport, MS (NPI 1639177447).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639177447
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 16682 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
3,349 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 771 | $165 |
| 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 | 734 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 426 | $115 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 196 | $9 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 147 | $18 |
| Pelvic Exam |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 428 | 151 |
| Finasteride | 133 | 44 |
| Levofloxacin | 87 | 73 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 81 | 28 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 79 | 47 |
| Relugolixbrand: Orgovyx | 74 | — |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,301 across 49 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
- 2005-07-14
- Last updated
- 2007-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Cottone's NPI number?
- Joseph Cottone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639177447, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Cottone's specialty?
- Joseph Cottone is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Joseph Cottone located?
- Joseph Cottone's practice location on file with NPPES is 15190 Community Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503-3485.
- What is Joseph Cottone's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Cottone is (228) 539-0071.
- Does Joseph Cottone accept Medicare?
- Joseph Cottone is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Cottone's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Cottone's NPI (1639177447) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.