Joshua Epstein, DPM
NPI 1669906921 · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Gainesville, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Epstein, DPM is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider in Gainesville, FL (NPI 1669906921).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669906921
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Foot & Ankle Surgery PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- DPM
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PO4181 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,321 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 574 | $88 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 311 | $43 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultrasound97610 | 251 | $395 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 217 | $120 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 189 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 167 | $109 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 57 | 43 |
| Mupirocin | 55 | 54 |
| Ibuprofen | 49 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 39 | 35 |
| Cephalexin | 38 | 35 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 25 | 21 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 24 | 22 |
| Ammonium Lactate | 17 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,457 across 16 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 456 Se Baya DrLake City, FL 32025-6020Phone: (352) 525-2779Fax: (352) 525-2794
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-04-13
- Last updated
- 2026-01-29
- Certified
- 2026-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Epstein's NPI number?
- Joshua Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669906921, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Epstein's specialty?
- Joshua Epstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Joshua Epstein located?
- Joshua Epstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 4741 Nw 8th Ave Ste a, Gainesville, FL 32605-5511.
- What is Joshua Epstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Epstein is (352) 525-2779.
- Does Joshua Epstein accept Medicare?
- Joshua Epstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Epstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Epstein's NPI (1669906921) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.